LGM-35A Sentinel Propulsion Engineer

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking an exceptional Senior Aerospace Engineer to support the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) system, the Sentinel ICBM Program. You will play a crucial role in providing guidance and oversight throughout the lifecycle of the acquisition of the Sentinel Weapon System, from planning, to development, production, and delivery.
About the Role:
The Sentinel Aerospace Vehicle Equipment (AVE) team is responsible for evaluating the design of solid rocket motors, guidance, navigation, and control equipment, and the post-boost liquid propulsion systems of missile. In this role, you will work in the Post Boost Propulsion Branch, focusing on development and delivery of liquid rocket motor systems. You will collaborate closely with the Air Force customer and work with a highly skilled team to develop and review design data, model-based systems engineering (MBSE) architecture products, and various technical reports.
Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance to the customer and oversight of Sentinel Post Boost System development activities throughout the acquisition lifecycle
• Develop and review MBSE architecture products
• Present data and reports to stakeholders
• Collaborate with the customer and internal teams
• Participate in the development of complex systems integration, requirement flow, requirement verification, and interface definition

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the development and deployment of the next generation intercontinental ballistic missile
• A high-performance, high-morale workplace
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and dynamic team environment

Why Sentinel (formerly GBSD)?
The Sentinel Program is an enormous and complex “Mega-Project” modernizing the entire ICBM weapon system deployed across tens of thousands of square miles in five states. Without a doubt, Sentinel is one of the Department of Defense’s (DoD) most important acquisition efforts for the next decade, if not longer. It includes a complete refurbishment or replacement of hundreds of aging Minuteman III ICBM facilities to secure and support a newly designed, technologically advanced ballistic missile. It will also provide an entirely new command and control system as well as vast array of required support equipment specifically engineered to operate and sustain the new weapon system over the decades ahead. Sentinel is one of the DoD’s newest official “programs of record,” having recently achieved Acquisitions Milestone B and enjoys broad, strong support at the national level. It is a long-term project with the weapon system anticipated to deploy over a nine-year period beginning in 2026 and remaining operational until at least 2075. Sentinel is a career defining program that will present unique and challenging opportunities that are simply not available with smaller projects.
Why BAE Systems?
BAE Systems is the third largest defense contractor in the world with an exceptional, mission-focused culture. The 800+ BAE Systems employees and sub-contractors located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah are closely aligned to the United States Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center. We support the Center in sustaining the existing LGM-30G Minuteman III (MM III) weapon system and acquiring its replacement, the LGM-35A Sentinel ICBM weapon system. We are a uniquely-valued mission partner delivering daily technical excellence and innovative solutions to our government customers. BAE Systems has earned accolades as a “Top Workplace” in Utah based on employee feedback for four consecutive years, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We strive very hard to ensure this is a great place to work
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
This position is only located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, due to the special-access classified working environment and is not conducive to regular “telework” or remote schedules.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics
• The ability to achieve and maintain a US DoD Secret Security Clearance
• 7 years of relevant experience (5 years with a MS degree)
• Experience with MBSE Software (e.g. Cameo, Rhapsody)
• Familiarity with relationship traceability in digital architectures
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate alternatives and implement solutions
• Adaptability and resilience in managing project complexities and navigating challenges that arise during execution.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards
• Possess a willingness to learn while also sharing your current knowledge/skills
• Values innovative approaches, brainstorming and changing the status quo
• Possesses both strategic thinking skills and tactical execution skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Strong presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate project status, updates, and key decisions to stakeholders through presentations, meeting, or reports
• Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution, negotiation, and collaboration, to foster teamwork and build positive relationships with team members and stakeholders
• Experience in MBSE modeling, e.g., DOORS, SysML, Delligatti
• ICBM Weapon System experience
• Experience with DoD acquisition programs

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $91980 - $156330

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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