System Test Engineer

BAE Systems•Cape Canaveral, FL

2d•$97,008 - $164,914•Hybrid

About The Position

BAE Systems is seeking a full-time Engineer to join our Weapon System Test team supporting the COLUMBIA/Dreadnought and US TRIDENT/UK Vanguard Submarine Strategic Weapon System (SWS) programs. The selected candidate will be working and interfacing with numerous engineering teams supporting Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) continually since the program’s inception in the 1950s. SSP developed the first sea-based, underwater-launched Strategic Weapon System (SWS), a defense system that is truly critical to our national security. For more than six decades, SSP has maintained and upgraded this weapon system and we have been there every step of the way. The sea-based SWS is the ultimate stealthy weapon system and is the first leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. With over 70% of our nation’s nuclear arsenal its importance to maintaining world peace cannot be overstated. The development of Columbia, the most advanced nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed submarine ever designed, as well the next D5LE2 weapon system is under way and will begin to be rolled out over the next decade. The Navy projects this system to be operational through 2084, meaning the program will have a total life span of more than 120 years. This is a unique program and BAE Systems employees on this program understand they are part of an important legacy. As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team. BAE Systems, Inc. is the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc. BAE Systems plc provides some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions. As one of the top ten defense contractors, we employ a skilled workforce of around 100,000 people in more than 40 countries. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to protect national security and keep people safe. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree from an accredited engineering program and four years of relevant experience or six plus years of SSBN SWS experience in lieu of a degree
Experience in Systems, Electrical, or Mechanical engineering, design, fabrication, interface definition, systems integration, and/or requirements verification / system testing
Proficient with the MS Office Suite
Ability to work independently in developing creative solutions
Ability to work and communicate well with management, customers, and other contractors – including ability to provide clear and concise presentation/demonstration of advanced technical concepts
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others
Strong organizational, planning, and follow-up skills
Demonstrated time management, task tracking, organizational skills, and ability to interpret and follow requirements
Willingness and ability to travel

Nice To Haves

4-7 years of relevant professional experience
Current D-5 TRIDENT SWS Technical / Operational Knowledge
SSBN Missile Technician with TRIDENT II SWS/SWSSS deployed experience
SSBN or SSN Navigation Electronics Technician (NAV ET) experience
Working knowledge of SSP
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, 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

Working collaboratively in a team setting with mechanical and electrical team members to develop SWS System Level Test Procedures
Applying knowledge of engineering principles to support requirements verification and validation
Assisting in the evaluation of technical documentation for system compatibility and potential impacts
Maintaining Test Program documentation
Developing a knowledge of the various subsystem that comprise the Strategic Weapons System
Developing requirements, test plans, test procedures, and evaluation techniques for new emerging test programs
Supporting on-site testing, data collection and analysis. Tracking and solving test anomalies and preparing test analysis reports
Preparing charts, diagrams, and reports expressing technical progress and accomplishments measured against specific milestones
Beginning to develop areas of technical specialization (e.g., Systems Engineering, welding, degaussing, etc.) and maintaining cognizance of scientific and technological developments in the field

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental leave
military leave
bereavement leave
any applicable federal and state sick leave
company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards