About this role
Job Description
The Mechanical Solutions (MechS) department is looking for a Mechanical Capital Manger to join our team! In this role you will oversee the Mechanical Capital portfolio across its entire lifecycle (planning, execution, and maintenance) and the associated resource management, process optimization, performance tracking, and cross functional collaboration. The Mechanical Capital Manager will report into the Operations Manager for MechS and will support the continued growth of the Operations Team within the department.
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and excellent execution.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the Mechanical Capital portfolio across the entire lifecycle (planning, execution, and maintenance)
- Mentor and develop the team responsible for Mechanical Capital execution, ensuring alignment and performance across the full project lifecycle.
- Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability where team members are empowered to thrive through mentorship and career development.
- Manage the Mechanical Capital Overhead budget and support annual capital planning activities.
- Oversee reservation management ensuring effective coordination of asset availability, moves, and maintenance activities.
- Own the MechS Fireform processes, including evaluation, communication, and recommendation of approvals.
- Transform data into action - deploy actionable KPIs that move the needle on performance and drive data-backed decision-making.
- Champion strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency across Mechanical Capital workflows.
- Serve as a key member of the MechS Leadership Team, contributing to the department’s long-term strategic planning.
- Cultivate high-trust relationships across the enterprise, breaking down silos to ensure seamless collaboration.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions
- Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
- May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
- May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
Required Skills and Education
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- Relentless pursuit of excellence. You don't just follow processes; you improve them (Six Sigma expertise a plus).
- Experience across the full aerospace product lifecycle.
- Experience across the full Mechanical Capital product lifecycle.
- Leadership experience setting team direction and driving accountability to meet cost, schedule, and technical goals.
- Excellent critical thinking, decision-making, prioritization, and communication skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.
About BAE Systems, Inc.:
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.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
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.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.
Benefits Information
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.
Intern
Benefits
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).