Engineer Senior Principal II - Aerospace Mechanical Design

BAE Systems•Boulder, CO

2d•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 10 or more years related experience.
Proficient in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
16 years proven experience designing aerospace mechanical systems for the space environment, including experience with opto‑mechanical payloads, mechanisms, and spacecraft structures.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Solid presentation skills.
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and analysis effort for aerospace mechanical systems—including, but not limited to, opto‑mechanical payloads, mechanisms, and spacecraft structures—from proposal phase through award, detailed design, fabrication, assembly, test, and requirement verification.
Responsible for cost and schedule planning and tracking, and for managing efforts through robust engineering change processes, including risk and opportunity management.
Define, maintain, iterate, and verify mechanical requirements that support system and subsystem performance and interface requirements across all aerospace domains.
Generate, iterate, maintain, and release mechanical designs that satisfy system and subsystem requirements, ensuring compliance with launch‑vehicle, integration, and operational constraints.
Perform CAD modeling and support cross‑functional analyses (including STOP and related analyses) throughout the full development lifecycle.
Lead a team of 5‑10 design and analysis engineers, dedicating the majority of time to team leadership, stakeholder communication, and mentorship of less‑experienced engineers.
Coordinate with personnel from all other subsystems and spacecraft structures, as well as external interfaces such as customers, consultants, subsystem providers, and launch‑vehicle providers.
Collaborate closely with systems engineering and program management to align mechanical solutions with overall program objectives.
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.