Principal Hardware Engineer - Hardware Development Lead

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a Hardware Development Lead for development programs within our Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business. The Mission: Protecting Those Who Protect Us At BAE Systems, we don't just build electronics; we create the decisive edge. Our Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) team is developing the next generation of disruptive technologies that safeguard warfighters across land, sea, and air. We are looking for a Hardware Development Lead who is as passionate about technical excellence as they are about leading people. The Challenge You will lead a multi-disciplinary team of 5-10+ engineers (Electrical, Mechanical, and Design Drafting) to push the boundaries of what is possible in rugged custom electronics. This isn't just about managing a schedule—it’s about solving the complex engineering hurdles associated with high-speed digital/mixed-signal circuit cards in the most demanding environments on earth. Your Impact as a Technical Leader Drive Technical Excellence : Lead critical design reviews and architect hardware strategies that ensure program success and system reliability. Mentor and Scale : Grow the technical maturity of your team by providing guidance, fostering innovation, and ensuring the "right person is in the right job." Bridge the Gap : Act as the primary technical conduit between engineering, procurement, operations, and program management to move a design from concept to deployment. Shape the Futu re : Support program capture and proposal teams by defining hardware baselines and estimating the technical effort required for next-gen capabilities. Own the Execution : Balance the rigors of the Hardware Development Process with the agility needed to solve complex, real-world engineering problems on aggressive schedules. Why Join BAE Systems? We value the "deep work" required for engineering excellence. That’s why we offer a hybrid work format that balances collaborative, in-person lab work with remote focus time. We support your life outside of work with: Every Other Friday Off (9/80 schedule) Flextime & Telecommuting A Culture of Recognition for extraordinary technical contributions. Required Education, Experience, & Skills Proven Technical Pedigree: A BSEE, BSME, or related field and 6+ years of experience. You have a strong technical background related to complex digital/mixed-signal designs with embedded processors, FPGAs, and high-speed serial interfaces—from initial requirements through to successful verification. Multidisciplinary Leadership: Experience leading integrated teams of Electrical, Mechanical, and Drafting engineers. Lifecycle Expertise: Knowledge of the hardware product lifecycle, from concept, to schematic capture and PCB layout to environmental qualification. Strategic Mindset: An understanding for managing cost and schedule to ensure technical goals align with program constraints. Prior Earned Value Management (EVM) or Cost Account Management (CAM) experience is desirable. Clearance: Ability to obtain or maintain a DoD Security Clearance (Active Secret preferred) Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762 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 ti…

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