Senior Mechanical Engineer

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; Washington Terrace (UT); On-site; USD 86,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their ICBM Developmental Test and Evaluation team at Hill AFB, Utah. This pivotal role involves supporting ICBM weapon system testing and ensuring compliance with evaluation requirements. Candidates with experience in ICBM systems and a strong engineering background are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Legal plan

Discounts on home and auto insurance

Qualifications

• 3 years of directly related experience (2 years with MS degree).
• Experience with weapon system acquisitions or sustainment programs.
• Current Secret clearance or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support ICBM acquisition and sustainment program testing.
• Establish test and evaluation requirements for design changes.
• Provide planning oversight support for test and evaluation activities.

Skills

ICBM experience

Systems engineering

Test planning

Education

BS/MS in Aerospace engineering

physics

mathematics

mechanical engineering

Job description

Job Description
BAE Systems is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) team for an exciting opportunity supporting the MMIII weapon system. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a highly-skilled team that integrates with the government's Test Managers to support ICBM acquisition and sustainment program testing. This person will help establish test and evaluation requirements as part of the systems engineering process for design changes or modifications to the weapon system. They will assist with identifying, verifying, and validating the adequacy of test and evaluation requirements and plans and will also provide planning oversight support for test and evaluation activities. ICBM, Minuteman III, and DT&E experience is highly desirable.

The position is located at Hill AFB, Utah. US citizenship status is required.

Why BAE Systems? BAE Systems is the third largest defense contractor in the world with an exceptional, mission-focused culture. The 1,000+ BAE Systems employees and sub-contractors located at Hill Air Force Base, Utah are closely aligned to the United States Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center. We support the Center in sustaining the existing Minuteman III (MMIII) weapon system and acquiring its replacement, Sentinel. We are a uniquely-valued mission partner delivering daily technical excellence and innovative solutions to our government customers. BAE Systems has earned accolades as a "Top Workplace" in Utah based on employee feedback for three consecutive years, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We work very hard to ensure this is a great place to work!

Why Utah? You've got to see it to believe it! Utah is an amazing state with diverse geography, an eclectic culture and an exceptional quality of life. We are located north of Salt Lake City at the foot of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. The area offers an incredible range of outdoors pursuits across the seasons including hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, camping, boating and world-class skiing at resorts that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics. The state is home to five amazing National Parks and an easy drive from two more; Grand Teton and, famously, the first National Park in the world, Yellowstone. The Salt Lake City area offers a vast array of cultural activities and businesses including multiple professional sports teams. It is a western states hub for exceptional, cutting-edge medical care with people traveling from across the region for a range of nationally renowned specialty care centers and doctors. The Salt Lake International Airport is expanding and offers easy, direct access to just about anywhere you want to fly.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

BS/MS in Aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or mathematics. 3 yrs of directly related experience (2 yrs with MS degree)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Minuteman III ICBM Weapon System experience
• Experience supporting Weapon System acquisitions or sustainment programs
• Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or Test Engineering degrees
• Experience in Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E) and Development Test & Evaluation (DT&E)
• Experience reviewing technical documents to assess for risks and baseline incongruencies
• Current Secret clearance or higher is preferred

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
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.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.