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) as part of its Intelligence and Security Sector. The role works collaboratively with mechanical and electrical engineers to develop system-level test procedures, support requirements verification and validation, and develop plans, procedures, and evaluation techniques for emerging test programs. The engineer will build knowledge of SWS subsystems and evaluate technical documentation for system compatibility and possible effects on plans, documentation, and schedules. The position supports on-site testing, data collection, and analysis; tracks and resolves test anomalies; and prepares test analysis reports. The engineer presents technical progress and accomplishments against milestones, develops areas of technical specialization, and stays current on scientific and technological developments. The position is on-site in Rockville, Maryland, with 10% travel. A Top Secret clearance must be obtainable; no clearance is required at the time of application. U.S. citizenship is required, and 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.
- Experience in systems, electrical, or mechanical engineering, design, fabrication, interface definition, systems integration, and/or requirements verification or system testing.
- Proficiency with the MS Office Suite.
- Ability to work independently to develop creative solutions.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with management, customers, and other contractors, including presenting or demonstrating advanced technical concepts clearly and concisely.
- Excellent 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 required.
- Must be able 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 for verification of complex systems.
- Working knowledge of IBM Rational DOORS software.
- Experience in simulation modeling and analysis.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to develop Strategic Weapon System 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 comprising the Strategic Weapon System.
- Evaluate technical documentation for system compatibility and potential impacts to 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 technical specializations 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
