Engineer Principal - Mechanical (RF Focused)

BAE Systems•Westminster, CO

13d•$118,095 - $200,762•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

Requirements

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience.
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
Experience in the mechanical design of Antennas and RF Electronic systems.
Experience using CAD software.
Experience using Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing.
Creativity in mechanical engineering design.
Design analysis capability.
Ability to plan and execute engineering risk reduction testing as well as qualification testing.
Ability to develop cost estimates, schedules and develop/report earned value.
A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.
As this position requires operating a company vehicle, an offer and subsequent employment are contingent upon possessing and maintaining a valid US driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical Engineering Degree preferred.
SolidWorks experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead hardware development team RF and electronic components to meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
Execute mechanical design and requirement allocation, interface definition, performance analysis, and risk mitigation from concept through detail design of any of the following:
Antenna and RF Electronic systems
Ground Support Equipment
Custom Test Equipment
CAD modeling, documentation, design analysis, and supervision of other engineers, designers, and drafters.
Generate accurate cost/schedule estimates and manage performance to plan.
Provide inputs for detailed development schedules and manage team activities to meet hardware delivery milestones.
Interact with other functional disciplines in an integrated program team (IPT) environment.
Generate technical documents and presentations for program design reviews.
Provide technical oversight of major subcontracts.
Production sustaining engineering may be required.
Support new business activities such as:
Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation (Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) and Sustaining labor estimates)
Technical concept generation
Generation of BOMs and associate material cost estimates
Risk & Opportunity management
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
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.