Missile Test Engineer - Entry Level - Rockville, MD
About The Position
BAE Systems is seeking an entry-level Systems Engineer to support the Navy’s Strategic Weapon System (SWS) in the Intelligence and Security Sector. The role involves working with experienced mechanical and electrical engineers to develop system-level test procedures, verify and validate requirements, and support testing of emerging programs. The engineer will build knowledge of SWS subsystems, assess technical documentation for compatibility and potential impacts, and support on-site testing, data collection, and analysis. The position also includes investigating test anomalies, preparing analysis reports, communicating technical progress against milestones, and developing a technical specialization while keeping current with developments in the field. The position is on-site in Rockville, Maryland, requires U.S. citizenship, and requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Travel is approximately 10%; relocation is not available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or STEM from an accredited program; alternatively, an Associate’s degree with five years of SSBN SWS experience, or a high school diploma with 10 years of SSBN SWS experience, may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
- Experience in Systems, Electrical, or Mechanical engineering, design, fabrication, interface definition, systems integration, and/or requirements verification or system testing.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently to develop creative solutions.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with management, customers, and other contractors, including presenting and demonstrating advanced technical concepts clearly and concisely.
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others.
- Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills.
- Demonstrated time management, task tracking, and organizational skills, and ability to interpret and follow requirements.
- Willingness and ability to travel.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- 0–2 years of relevant professional experience.
- Active DoD SECRET security clearance.
- Current D-5 TRIDENT SWS technical or operational knowledge.
- Working knowledge of the Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) organization.
- Experience working within the SSP Test Program.
- Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or Digital Engineering (DE) experience.
- Knowledge of CAD/CAM/3D modeling.
- Experience with Systems Engineering principles, including requirements development, verification, allocation, and analysis.
- Experience developing test procedures to verify complex systems.
- Working knowledge of IBM Rational DOORS software.
- Experience in simulation modeling and analysis.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with experienced mechanical and electrical engineers to develop SWS system-level test procedures.
- Apply engineering principles to support requirements verification and validation.
- Develop requirements, test plans, test procedures, and evaluation techniques for emerging test programs.
- Develop knowledge of the subsystems that comprise the Strategic Weapons System.
- Evaluate technical documentation for system compatibility and potential effects on existing plans, documentation, and schedules.
- Support on-site testing, data collection, and analysis.
- Track and resolve test anomalies and prepare test analysis reports.
- Present technical progress and accomplishments against specific milestones.
- Develop a technical specialization and maintain awareness of scientific and technological developments in the field.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
