Microelectronics Applications Engineering Manager

Job Description Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

We are seeking a Technical Manager to lead our Microelectronics Applications Engineering team. This role combines deep technical expertise in semiconductor and system-level design with strong leadership, customer engagement, and cross-functional influence.

The Technical Manager will oversee a team of applications engineers supporting customer design-in, integration, validation, and deployment of microelectronic products, including ICs, multi-chip modules (MCMs) and system-in-package (SiP) solutions. This leader will drive technical excellence, customer satisfaction, and revenue growth through effective team management and strategic alignment with product and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing applications engineering team.
• Define team structure, roles, and technical focus areas aligned with company strategy.
• Set performance objectives and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Foster a customer-first mindset and culture of technical excellence.
• Drive recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing professional development.
• Establish best practices for customer engagement, issue resolution, and documentation.

Technical Oversight

• Oversee development of:

• Reference designs

• Application notes

• Design guidelines

• Validation reports

• Contribute to structured product validation methodologies.

• Support root-cause investigations and corrective action plans for field issues.

Customer & Business Engagement

• Partner with the Microelectronics Product Line to support key customer accounts and strategic design-ins.
• Participate in high-level customer meetings to define requirements and communicate technical roadmaps.
• Translate customer system requirements into actionable feedback for R&D and product management.
• Support revenue growth through strong technical positioning and competitive differentiation.
• Improve customer satisfaction and reduce time-to-ramp.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:

• Product engineering

• R&D and design teams

• Quality and reliability teams

• Manufacturing and test engineering

• Ensure smooth transition from product development to customer deployment.

• Influence product roadmap decisions based on market and customer insights.

• Drive continuous improvement of design support tools, simulation models, and collateral.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (MSEE preferred).

• 8+ years of experience in semiconductor applications engineering, hardware design, or system engineering.

• 3+ years of experience in a technical leadership or managerial role.

• Knowledge of:

• RF, Analog and digital circuit design

• High-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe, DDR, SERDES, Ethernet)

• Hands-on experience with lab characterization and debugging.

• Demonstrated experience working directly with strategic customers.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with advanced packaging (SiP, 2.5D/3D integration, chiplets).
• Familiarity with reliability standards (JEDEC, AEC-Q100, MIL-STD).
• Experience in automotive, aerospace & defense, communications, or data center markets.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of product lifecycle management.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

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 Electronic Systems 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.