Engineering Technologist II

BAE Systems•Austin, TX

3d•$97,008 - $164,914

About The Position

BAE Systems is looking for an Engineering Technologist to work in a fast-paced development / manufacturing environment at our Austin, Texas facility. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World™.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. The ideal candidate must be able to adapt to rapidly changing development and production environments, possess hands on prototyping skills and be familiar with engineering laboratory and machine shop tools, and be proficient reading and interpreting work instructions, mechanical drawings, and schematics. This position is a great opportunity for someone that wants to develop new skills. The selected candidate will provide technical support to engineers and scientists on a variety of technical tasks, such as designing, building, testing, and inspecting prototypes and equipment, collecting data in the field, analyzing results, preparing reports, and ensuring projects comply with engineering specifications. Their responsibilities are within the Technical Specialty / Skilled Trade Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines. Their work often involves utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software and precision measuring instruments to support the development and production process across various engineering disciplines like mechanical, electrical, and optical engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 4 years work experience, or High School Diploma or GED and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience
Strong understanding of engineering principles and practices relevant to their field (e.g., mechanics, electronics, optics engineering)
Must be able to follow processes and written instructions
Ability to identify and troubleshoot technical issues
High level of accuracy in measurements, data recording, and documentation
Proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Office applications
Effective written and verbal communication to convey technical information to engineers and other team members
Ability to collaborate effectively within a team to achieve project goals
Must be able to lift 20-30lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the aeropace and/or defense industry
Experience supporting test and verification teams, prototyping jigs and fixtures on a as need basis
Knowledge of soldering with wire, terminal, through hole PCB, and surface mount
Solder Certified with experience to J-STD-001 and Mil. Standard IPC-A-610 or ability to become solder certified
Proficiency in CAD software (CREO preferred)
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings per ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5
Be able to set up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Can modify numerically controlled programs on numerically controlled (NC) machines.

Responsibilities

designing, building, testing, and inspecting prototypes and equipment
collecting data in the field
analyzing results
preparing reports
ensuring projects comply with engineering specifications

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
employee recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards