Principal Engineer Systems Test

BAE Systems-posted 3 months ago
$115,779 - $196,825/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Boulder, CO
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
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We are seeking an action-oriented engineer with intellectual curiosity who is excited to apply their potential to testing space flight hardware. The position involves joining a spacecraft/space vehicle test team as a test engineer, with a strong focus on testing flight hardware. As a Principal Engineer at BAE Systems, you will work closely with and be mentored by experts in the field. You may have the opportunity to lead a significant test activity on a large space vehicle program, lead a subsystem on a small to mid-size project, or contribute significantly to the development of new test tools in support of the department. 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.

  • Work in a fast-paced team environment to integrate and test spacecraft hardware.
  • Work in cleanroom and lab environments to verify that the hardware meets requirements and characterize/calibrate its performance.
  • Write, review, and update proposal responses and study reports, focusing on assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) for spacecraft buses and integrated space vehicles, including their payloads.
  • Develop the program integration and test approach and generate AI&T flows that cover component testing through launch operations.
  • Identify ground support equipment (GSE) required for assembly, integration, test, and launch operations.
  • Identify required facilities and equipment for AI&T.
  • Provide time-phased labor estimates for assembly, integration, and test.
  • Evaluate the impact of contractual documents and requirements on AI&T.
  • Identify creative opportunities to reduce the cost, schedule, and risk of AI&T.
  • Make informed decisions, often with limited information, and be prepared to re-evaluate, adapt, and update as circumstances evolve and change.
  • Identify, document, and communicate the assumptions, limitations, and risks associated with AI&T.
  • Identify internal and external dependencies required for AI&T to succeed.
  • Identify IRAD and company overhead improvement efforts that would benefit department growth and new business pursuits.
  • Establish effective working relationships with a diverse group of external customers and partners.
  • Lead and mentor other engineers in proposal, study, and early-phase activities supporting new business.
  • Leverage and grow a detailed understanding of spacecraft systems, subsystems, space vehicles, and launch operations.
  • Present to peers, management, and external customers and partners.
  • Collaborate with system and subsystem engineers, proposal leads, new business personnel, support groups, and other program personnel.
  • 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.
  • BS 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.
  • Experience in testing spacecraft, space vehicles, and their related components and systems.
  • Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages is required: JavaScript, Python, Ruby, or Go.
  • Familiarity with software unit testing.
  • Excellent communication skills, including solid presentation abilities.
  • A thorough understanding of test processes, including defining test strategies, test plans, and test procedures.
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools and strong computer skills.
  • A current, active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Experience with software development processes.
  • Experience with database architecture, coding, and system management.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines in GitLab, as well as HTML and CSS.
  • Demonstrated mentoring, leadership, and team-building skills.
  • Experience with test automation applications and tools.
  • Space or military experience.
  • Familiarity with cost and schedule estimates for spacecraft/space vehicle assembly, integration, test, and launch operations.
  • The ability to identify IRAD and company overhead improvement efforts that would benefit department growth and new business pursuits.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health savings accounts.
  • 401(k) savings plan.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Legal plan.
  • Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
  • Paid time off.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Paid military leave.
  • Paid bereavement leave.
  • Applicable federal and state sick leave.
  • Company recognition program for monetary or non-monetary awards.
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