Production Support Engineer - Mechanical

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to support our EO/IR seeker and precision munitions products and related technologies. If selected, you will be part of the Hardware Team supporting production programs in the Franchise Program Portfolio – a major piece of our Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions product line.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
Minimum of six years of relevant experience in related industry (i.e. defense, electronics) or four years plus a Master’s Degree
Knowledge of mechanical fabrication techniques and processes
Knowledge of and experience in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
Experience in mechanical stack-up tolerance analyses
Knowledge of common military and industry specifications and standards
Experience with the design and manufacture of electronic circuit card assemblies
Eligibility to obtain a DoD Security Clearance at the “Secret” level
Clear communication – both oral and written – and a positive attitude
Ability to work effectively on a team either on-site or remotely

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with PTC Creo or equivalent CAD software
Knowledge/familiarity with special processes such as passivation, anodize, prime and paint, plating, and heat treatment
Knowledge of and experience with raw materials and their governing specifications
Prior experience in Design Engineering role, especially on cooled and uncooled infrared optical systems
Prior experience in Quality or Supplier Quality organizations; familiarity with SAE AS9100 and AS9102
Experience with guided and unguided munitions, including support of test events at customer sites
Experience with bearings, gimbals, dewars, cameras, motors and resolvers
Hands-on experience with thermal, vibration, and shock environmental testing per MIL-STD-810
Active DoD Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Serve as Responsible Engineer (RE) for mechanical and opto-mechanical suppliers. Be the expert – own the product.
Identify and lead continuous improvement activities aimed at mitigating or eliminating problematic designs, build processes, and test plans.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional team to resolve supply chain issues.
Collaborate with external suppliers and internal procurement teams to meet program technical requirements. Support periodic audits of suppliers’ facilities and processes.
Engage regularly with production floor personnel to develop fixtures, improve processes, and increase product quality.
Provide technical assessments to Material Review Boards to resolve non-conformances. Skillfully present technical data to internal and external customers.
Mentor more junior engineers and actively contribute to knowledge-sharing culture.
Provide technical oversight and direction to Design Drafting resources allocated to your program.
Work within schedule and budget constraints and elevate concerns if challenges arise.