Director - Civil Space
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Arlington
Posted on: October 3, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED#LI-SW1We are currently
recruiting for a Director, Civil Space for BAE Inc. Space and
Mission Systems (SMS) Strategic Operations (StratOps) organization
located in the Washington, D.C. area. The Director, Civil Space
will be responsible for advancing and advocating for SMS programs
and pursuits with the following customers and stakeholders: NASA,
NOAA, OMB, OSTP, and the broader Civil Space community. This
position reports to the Senior Director, Strategic Operations. The
reporting location for the position is in Strategic Operations
Arlington, VA office. Space and Mission Systems StratOps works
collaboratively across SMS to strategically position the company
within our markets, work with customers and industry to influence
and drive the growth of the company, and facilitate collaboration
across the company. What You'll Do:
- Work as an integrated team member with StratOps counterparts,
Civil Space business unit, program managers, and business
development teams to grow the company's business across the Civil
Space portfolio
- Represent SMS in Washington, D.C. for business development
across the Civil Space portfolio with focus on NASA, NOAA, and
other stakeholders as appropriate
- Guide internal investments and capability development based on
understanding customer priorities
- Produce and implement annual engagement strategy in
coordination with the Civil Space business unit
- Coordinate strategies, messaging, and activities for the Civil
Space portfolio within StratOps and the Civil Space business unit
team, consistent with company and business goals
- Work and communicate with customers and stakeholders on behalf
of current Civil Space programs
- Identify new business opportunities, assess policy issues, and
track budget processes impacting the space sciences portfolio
- Influence and shape future space sciences opportunities
- Participate in development and execution of business strategies
related to the Civil Space business unit and the broader SMS
portfolio
- Develop and maintain broad relationships with customers and
stakeholders in Washington, D.C.
- Demonstrate thought leadership in the community, including
engaging in industry association activities and participating in
events of interest to SMS
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule
- Perform other duties as necessaryOn-Site Work Environment: This
position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site
4-5 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 environment
- Travel to SMS Colorado campuses and other possible non-SMS
locations may be required#IJSRequired Education, Experience, &
Skills
- Bachelor's degree, plus 15 or more years of related experience
is required
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may
substitute for two years of experience. 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.
- Self-starting, lean-forward attitude with a bias to action and
a high standard of ethics
- Demonstrated excellent leadership and interpersonal skills in
relevant business environments with collaboration skills
- Experience leading teams
- Willing and able to work in a dynamic environment and possess
an innovative spirit
- Effective in working with people at all levels of an
organization and willing to contribute wherever needed, providing
leadership to operational activities as well as senior
executives
- Diplomacy, influencing, communication and team skills
- Understanding of the NASA Science Mission Directorate, Space
Technology Misson Directorate, Space Operations Directorate, and
its programs including but not limited to technology development
programs and Announcements of Opportunity
- Understanding and/or experience working with the NASA Centers
engaged in Civil Space
- Understanding of NOAA and its programs including future
opportunities
- Understanding and/or experience working with NOAA
- Understanding of the ecosystem of space sciences stakeholders
in Washington, D.C., the relevant science communities, and the
relevant budget processes
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate
technical information to a range of audiences
- Collaborative and inclusive style and ability to work with
diverse colleagues and those working in other geographical areas.
Well-honed interpersonal skills are a must. Preferred Education,
Experience, & Skills
Degree and/or background in science,
engineering, physics, applied science or a related field
preferredUnderstanding of the business development and proposal
processes is a plusPay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $208500 -
$265000Please 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
Space & Mission Systems 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 the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and
scientific communities. 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.
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