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BAE Systems, Inc. · 1 day ago

FAST Labs - Microelectronics Chief Technologist

Merrimack, NH

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$173K/yr - $294K/yr

10+ years exp

BAE Systems, Inc. is a leading defense, aerospace, and security company focused on delivering innovative products and services. They are seeking an experienced leader for the Microelectronics Chief Technologist role to guide technology strategy and align it with development and production efforts in the microelectronics domain.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Ensuring “how” we work is aligned with µE cultural values of Problem-Solving, Innovation, Collaboration, Ownership, and Growth

The development, coordination, and maintenance of the product line technology and product strategy – including mapping a path from basic research and low technology maturity concepts to near- and long-term products

Translating operational mission concepts into a focused microelectronics technology strategy, aligning technical and programmatic staff around that strategy, and ingraining mission-impact thinking into the scientific and technical teams

Coordinating and administering the µE product line Internal Research and Development (IRAD) program; including approval authority for individual IRADs

Periodic review of programs, pursuits, and IRADs with respect to their science and technology content and alignment with product roadmaps, mission focus, and other elements of the technology strategy

Staying current on dynamic technology advances, assessing capabilities of competitor products and technologies, identifying approaches to close technology gaps, and developing strategic mitigation plans for our competitive marketspace to influence business growth

Developing and leading strategy for critical internal and external collaborations and partnerships

Managing strategic partnerships and stakeholder relationships (commercial, university, venture, government, internal, …), guiding the product line in relationship building and maintenance, both internally and externally, and using this network to connect the Microelectronics Portfolio Directors to customers

Supporting customer engagement and outreach, and other business development and capture activities, especially by providing expert technical counsel to influence customer and stakeholder requirements to align with robust technical solutions

Qualification

Microelectronics expertiseProgram managementTechnical leadershipResearchDevelopmentStakeholder managementCollaborationCommunication skillsMentoringProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree with 15+ year of professional research, capture and program management experience, Master's Degree with 13+ years of professional experience, Doctorate with 10+ years of professional experience, or equivalent

Ability to attain DoW TOP SECRET/SCI and SAP Security clearances

Deep technical knowledge in a focus area of microelectronics, and broad technical knowledge across the breadth of microelectronics relevant to BAE Systems electronics markets and customers

Deep understanding of microelectronics customer community and broad respect as a technology leader

Understanding of operational and mission impact of microelectronics advancements

Demonstrated ability to build team and stakeholder alignment around a holistic technology and/or product strategy and roadmap

Experience leading collaboration with internal/external microelectronics domain stakeholders and customers to understand market trends, establish products and R&D programs, and align technology initiatives to business goals

Proven ability to collaborate with and influence a diverse and complex organization across multiple sites and functions to solve complex technical problems to achieve objectives

Experience developing and mentoring individuals and leaders

Ability to define, propose, and lead complex independent research and development efforts

Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting technical material to audiences of various sizes and levels of seniority, including executives