Design Architect
BAE Systems · Washington, DC · Engineering & Technology
mid
design
Creative Director
management
· Posted May 19, 2026
$118,095 – $200,762
USD per year
Skills
About this role
BAE Systems is hiring a mid-level Creative Director in the design function based in Washington, DC. The posting calls out experience with Networking, System Design, Security. Compensation is listed at $118,095–$200,762 per year.
- Role
- Creative Director
- Function
- design
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Management
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Department
- Engineering & Technology
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
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Job description
from BAE Systems careersJob Description
BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Design Architect to support the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) within the Strategic Programs Chief Information Office (SPCIO) branch as a prime contractor on a high-profile national defense program. Position is hybrid with three (3) days per week onsite at the Washington Navy Yard.
This position is ideal for a technically skilled professional with experience in network infrastructure design, facility integration, and Video Teleconferencing (VTC) solutions who enjoys a blend of technical engineering, customer engagement, and project collaboration.
The selected candidate will support the planning, design, and modernization of secure network environments, communication systems, and infrastructure solutions supporting SSP mission requirements. This role requires the ability to coordinate across engineering disciplines, interpret construction documentation, and translate operational requirements into scalable, secure, and compliant technical designs.
In this position you will:
- Develop conceptual architectural and network infrastructure designs, technical drawings, and presentation materials for phase gate reviews.
- Lead design development efforts supporting secure network infrastructure, telecommunications spaces, and facility modernization initiatives.
- Create and maintain detailed network architecture diagrams, rack elevations, cable pathways, equipment layouts, and infrastructure documentation.
- Design secure network data closets, communications rooms, and associated electrical, HVAC, and power requirements to support SSP operational needs.
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