Systems Engineering Department Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-09-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

IN206: 3939PriorityWay 3939 Priority Way Building 6, Indianapolis, IN, 46240 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Airborne Sensors & Avionics Integration Department is seeking a Systems Engineering Department Manager for either Indianapolis, IN, or McKinney, TX.  This position will be responsible for leading a team of systems engineers to develop demanding, trusted, superior solutions to make the world a safer place. This is great position for those looking to take their career to the next level by leading a large team of technical talent.  We are looking for individuals with strong leadership skills who can attract, engage, and retain talent. As a direct report to the Sensors Space & Air Systems Engineering Director, this position will gain exposure to the broader Raytheon business and all phases of the program lifecycle from proposals to development and production. 

What You Will Do

• Management of approximately 100 Systems Engineers including a department staff of 8 Section Leaders / Technical Leads.

• Support new business capture by reviewing bids for any new contracts, Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Rough Order Of Magnitudes (ROMs) and Non-Binding Budgetary Estimates (NBBEs) assuring that the solution being proposed is fact / metric based, is compliant and meets the price to win.

• Execute oversight of projects, including review and approval of the engineering Estimates At Completes (EACs).

• Workforce planning and the supply / development of skilled engineers to ensure execution success and on contract new business growth.

• Responsible for data integrity, collection, analysis and reporting of all Raytheon Corporate and RIS metrics.  

• Support career development of the engineers within the department, by conducting performance reviews of department staff; assessing / assigning performance ratings; generating / reviewing achievement awards; merit and promotion planning for the Department.

• Generate status reports detailing highlights and key employee accomplishments.

• Manage approved department overhead expenses including employee training, travel, relocation, morale events and computer / mobile assets.

• Leverage new technologies, methodologies, tools and processes used in the industry to ensure the department increases efficiency, quality, and keeps Raytheon competitive.

• This position will be stationed onsite in either Indianapolis, Indiana or McKinney, Texas. Selected candidate will be expected to travel to the opposite location on a regular basis (at least monthly).

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 12 years’ experience in Systems Engineering.

• Experience leading multi-disciplined engineering teams and developing/fostering talent.

• Experience developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs), proposals, delivery schedules, and/or technical solutions to meet the price to win.

• Experience with Earned Value Management.

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Math or other relevant technical discipline.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Experience bidding and oversight of Firm Fixed Price (FFP) programs.

• Certified Basis of Estimate (BOE) developer and / or approver.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available

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• RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

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