Production Support Engineer - Mechanical

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

6d•$97,008 - $164,914

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support EO/IR seeker and precision munitions products and related technologies. The role is part of the Hardware Team supporting production programs in the Franchise Program Portfolio, within the Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions product line. The engineer serves as the responsible engineer for mechanical and opto-mechanical suppliers, owns the product technically, and works with internal and external partners to address production, supplier, and quality needs. The position requires working within schedule and budget constraints and raising concerns when challenges arise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
At least four years of relevant experience in a related industry, such as defense or electronics, or two years of relevant experience plus a master’s degree.
Knowledge of mechanical fabrication techniques and processes.
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
Experience in mechanical stack-up tolerance analyses.
Working knowledge of common military and industry specifications and standards.
Familiarity with the design and manufacture of electronic circuit card assemblies.
Eligibility to obtain a DoD Security Clearance at the Secret level.
Ability to work effectively on a team on-site or remotely.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with PTC Creo or equivalent CAD software.
Knowledge or 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 a 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 for mechanical and opto-mechanical suppliers and own the product.
Identify and lead continuous improvement activities to mitigate or eliminate problematic designs, build processes, and test plans.
Work with cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain issues.
Collaborate with external suppliers and internal procurement teams to meet program technical requirements.
Support periodic audits of supplier facilities and processes.
Engage with production floor personnel to develop fixtures, improve processes, and increase product quality.
Provide technical assessments to Material Review Boards to resolve non-conformances.
Present technical data to internal and external customers.
Provide technical oversight and direction to Design Drafting resources allocated to the program.
Work within schedule and budget constraints and elevate concerns when challenges arise.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance for regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
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 and paid holidays.
Paid parental, military, and bereavement leave, as well as applicable federal and state sick leave.
Company recognition program with monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.