Job Title: Principal Engineering Modernization Manager
Company Name:
BAE Systems
Location:
Vicksburg, MS United States
Position Type:
Full Time
Post Date:
01/02/2026
Expire Date:
02/01/2026
Job Categories:
Executive Management
Job Description
Principal Engineering Modernization Manager Job Description
Join a Team that's Shaping the Future of IT Support
At BAE Systems, we're passionate about delivering innovative IT solutions that enable our customers to achieve their missions. As a Principal Engineering Modernization Manager, you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional IT support to the customer. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
As a Principal Engineering Modernization Manager, you'll lead transformative initiatives for IT engineering and infrastructure in support of a large government enterprise contract. You'll drive the modernization of legacy systems, processes, and architectures to enhance agility, security, and efficiency, aligning with federal standards like NIST, FISMA, and ITIL 4 practices. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include leading engineering modernization efforts, overseeing the application of architectural frameworks, and coordinating cross-functional teams to implement modernization projects.
By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on the customer's operations. You'll be expected to conduct technology evaluations, develop and maintain governance processes for engineering changes, and collaborate with government stakeholders to align modernization initiatives with enterprise goals. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
Location Requirement The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Vicksburg, MS. #Castle-NetRequired Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
6+ years of experience in engineering management, with a focus on system modernization, architecture, and process transformation in government or large enterprise settings
Proven track record leading IT modernization projects, including assessments, roadmapping, and implementation in regulated environments
Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)
Strong knowledge of federal IT standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA) and ITIL 4 practices for service design and improvement
Proficiency in architectural modeling tools and frameworks for enterprise systems
Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills for stakeholder engagement and team coordination
Applies extensive expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines, with the ability to exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
ITIL 4 Foundation certification
Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) certification or equivalent enterprise architecture credential
Experience supporting DoD or large federal engineering modernization, including hybrid cloud migrations and DevSecOps integrations
Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification
Background in emerging technologies (e.g., containerization, microservices) and tools like Sparx Enterprise Architect or Cameo Systems Modeler
Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., Certified Enterprise Architect - TOGAF)
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $94728 - $161038
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 Intelligence & Security 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 its 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 teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, youll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we dofrom intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.
