Vice President / General Manager

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a transformational executive to lead its Air & Space Force Solutions Business Area within the Intelligence & Security Sector. This is a highly visible leadership role with responsibility for shaping strategy, driving operational excellence, and accelerating growth across a critical portfolio supporting Air and Space Force missions. As a member of the I&S Leadership Team, the Vice President/General Manager will lead a complex and expanding business with full P&L accountability and direct influence over strategic direction, customer engagement, talent development, and long-term market positioning. Reporting to the President of the Intelligence & Security Sector, this leader will play a central role in advancing BAE Systems’ position as a premier mission partner to the U.S. defense and intelligence community. Key Responsibilities • Set the strategic direction and growth agenda for the Air & Space Force Solutions portfolio • Lead all aspects of business performance, including financial, operational, and program execution outcomes • Expand market presence through organic growth, strategic customer engagement, and new business capture • Build and maintain trusted executive-level relationships across Air Force, Space Force, and DoD stakeholders • Allocate investments and resources to maximize competitiveness and long-term portfolio value • Develop and inspire high-performing teams while building future leadership capability • Drive a culture of accountability, operational rigor, innovation, and inclusion • Serve as a senior external ambassador for BAE Systems across customer, industry, and stakeholder communities Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred • 15+ years of executive leadership experience in defense, aerospace, government contracting, or related mission-focused industries • Demonstrated success managing a portfolio or business unit of approximately $500M+ in revenue • Proven track record leading growth and operational execution in DoD, IT, defense services, or mission solutions environments • Deep understanding of Air Force and Space Force organizations, missions, acquisition priorities, and customer landscape • Established senior-level relationships across Air Force, Space Force, and DoD stakeholders • Demonstrated ability to shape and execute strategic growth initiatives and capture new business • Strong executive presence with exceptional communication and influencing skills • Experience leading large, geographically dispersed organizations • Active Top Secret clearance required; ability to obtain SCI eligibility 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 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. 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 do—from 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.