Rapid Prototype Electrical Engineer
About The Position
BAE Systems is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join its Rapid Prototype development team. The role contributes to the design, development, and demonstration of products and technologies, supporting internal research and development projects, avionics product development, and production sustainment efforts. The engineer designs, builds, and tests digital, analog, and mixed-signal prototype hardware and systems under the guidance of a lead engineer. Work includes electrical circuit design, circuit card assembly (CCA) development, analysis, firmware and software creation, interface and cable design, component selection, laboratory testing, and troubleshooting. The role is hands-on and collaborative, with opportunities to develop technical expertise using advanced design and analysis tools and laboratory equipment. BAE Systems offers in-house training, mentorship, and access to Engineering Fellows to support technical growth and career development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Solid engineering fundamentals.
- Familiarity with electrical engineering design and analysis tools.
- Software programming experience.
- Proficiency with basic laboratory equipment.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
- Proficiency with scripting languages, including Python.
- FPGA development experience.
- Embedded Systems Design experience.
- Hands-on experience designing and testing electronic systems.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and test digital, analog, and mixed-signal prototype hardware and systems.
- Perform electrical circuit design and circuit card assembly (CCA) development.
- Conduct engineering analysis.
- Create firmware and software.
- Design interfaces and cables.
- Select components.
- Perform laboratory testing and troubleshooting.
- Support internal research and development projects, avionics product development, and production sustainment efforts.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health savings accounts.
- 401(k) savings plan.
- Disability coverage.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Legal plan.
- Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Paid parental and military leave.
- Bereavement leave and applicable federal and state sick leave.
- Employee recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards.
- In-house training programs and mentorship opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
