Job Description
Job Description The selected candidate will perform non-routine complex assignments including test and troubleshooting of complex precision electronic circuit cards, subsystems and systems in the Digital and Radio Frequency (RF) Domain. The candidate will acquire product knowledge, use and advance their technical skills while performing their assigned responsibilities in product development on advanced projects.
This is a first shift position working a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off! The duties assigned to the Senior Test Engineer, and the responsibilities include:
- Conducts tests and/or experiments on electronic systems and subsystems by following published test procedures and requirements.
- Develop and recommend inputs to technical documentation to include test procedures, work instructions, technical directives, bulletins, white papers, reports, and engineering drawing packages.
- Troubleshoots and tests a wide variety of highly complex assemblies and systems using electro-mechanical, electronic and/or inspection instruments requiring technical skill and experience to obtain desired results.
- Test and debug experience is required in the Digital and RF domain, including ability to use related tools (i.e. scopes, meters).
- Analyzes results and make recommend design revisions or modifications to equipment to improve/enhance performance. Implement recommendations/design changes with collaboration with Design Engineers and with Program approval.
- Compiles, reviews, analyzes and presents a wide variety of complex engineering data required to achieve engineering objectives.
- Oversee day-to-day technician activities for programs, delegate tasks to other technicians, ensuring priority tasks are covered.
- Provides Mentorship to lower-level technicians and engineers
- Support engineering investigations to determine root cause and recommend corrective actions
- Review and provide technical feedback to engineering change requests and proposals
- Support tasks such as familiarity with parts procurement, component assembly, fabrication processes and circuit test using standard lab equipment are required.
- The candidate shall be able to perform well within a team environment and possess excellent written and communication skills.
- Ability to interface with varying engineering disciplines.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills - Associate's degree in Engineering Technology plus (5) years of related experience.
- Experience conveying complex information clearly and concisely, both in writing and through oral presentations
- Support of test and troubleshooting of systems, modules and/or sub-assemblies
- Experience working in production and engineering environments
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills - Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or equivalent work experience.
- Experience in developing and executing test procedures for system verification.
- Experience with microwave testing using Vector Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Synthesizers, Power Meters, etc.
- Experience with transitioning new designs from development to small and large-scale production.
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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.
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Worldwide, Shift work, Day shift