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Job Description BAE Systems is looking for a motivated Flight Test Engineering Manager to join the Force Development Evaluation (FDE) team for an exciting opportunity supporting the United States Air Force Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) weapon system program. What is FDE? The FDE team supports Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center (AFNWC) and Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) to monitor and assess the current performance and accuracy of the Minuteman III (MMIII) ICBM. The team supports Operational Test Launch activities such as pre-flight mission planning, launch support, post-flight performance and accuracy analysis, and development of accuracy nuclear planning factors. The team also leverages its expertise to support assessment efforts for the upcoming Sentinel ICBM. This role offers a unique opportunity to support and participate in an active test launch program with a team of subject matter experts. The Flight Test Engineering Manager will manage a small team of junior engineers, to include establishing individual goals in alignment with team objectives, providing timesheet oversight, and communicating guidance and performance feedback to direct reports. They will also perform or supervise some of the following FDE technical tasks: • Supporting Operational Test Launch pre-launch and launch activities. • Performing pre-flight mission planning tasks that include defining test objectives and range sensor requirements, targeting the mission, analyzing hazards and range safety constraints, and producing 6DOF flight predictions. • Processing Booster and Reentry Vehicle telemetry data. • Performing Missile System, Reentry Vehicle Body Dynamics, and Arming & Fuzing performance analysis. • Determining the Reentry Vehicle Best Estimate of Trajectory using metric tracking and weather data and using the Best Estimate of Trajectory to determine weapon system miss and all sub-component misses. • Performing Inertial Measurement Unit accuracy analysis using GPS/telemetry data to estimate guidance and control contribution to weapon system miss. • Developing engineering estimates of accuracy, maintaining physics-based engineering models, and performing statistical analysis. • Providing engineering support to investigate missile flight test anomalies, performing analysis to determine cause, and developing corrective action solutions. • Developing, maintaining, and modifying software tools to determine vehicle performance and flight accuracy. • Publishing vehicle performance and flight accuracy briefing materials and reports. The position is located at Hill AFB, Utah. US citizenship status and DoD Secret Security Clearance are required. Due to work within a classified environment, this role is not conducive to teleworking or remote schedules. Position level will be based on candidate experience and qualifications. #ASFS Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering. • 7+ years related experience (5+ years with a Master's degree). • MATLAB data analysis experience. • Project management experience. • Technical writing, presentation, and communication skills. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with C, C++, and Python programming languages. • ICBM and/or flight test experience. • People management experience. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486 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, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support. Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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What is FDE?
Processing Booster and Reentry Vehicle telemetry data.
Performing Missile System, Reentry Vehicle Body Dynamics, and Arming & Fuzing performance analysis.
Determining the Reentry Vehicle Best Estimate of Trajectory using metric tracking and weather data and using the Best Estimate of Trajectory to determine weapon system miss and all sub-component misses.
Performing Inertial Measurement Unit accuracy analysis using GPS/telemetry data to estimate guidance and control contribution to weapon system miss.
Developing engineering estimates of accuracy, maintaining physics-based engineering models, and performing statistical analysis.
Providing engineering support to investigate missile flight test anomalies, performing analysis to determine cause, and developing corrective action solutions.
Developing, maintaining, and modifying software tools to determine vehicle performance and flight accuracy.
Publishing vehicle performance and flight accuracy briefing materials and reports.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering.
7+ years related experience (5+ years with a Master's degree).
MATLAB data analysis experience.
Project management experience.
Technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.
ICBM and/or flight test experience.
People management experience.
Pay Information
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Experience with C, C++, and Python programming languages.

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