Senior Principal Electrical Engineer

Shipworker, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account

401(k) plan

Disability coverage

Life and accident insurance

Employee assistance program

Legal plan

Discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

BAE Systems Platforms & Services in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer to lead development and production teams for launching systems. The role combines hybrid and onsite work, overseeing design, implementation, and cost/time management for missile launching systems and canisters.

The candidate will mentor staff, establish strong DoD customer relationships, and brief leadership on technical and programmatic progress, while guiding internal R&D activities aligned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with launching systems design and production support.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to create and manage project plans and coordinate work activities.
• Proficient in electrical system design and problem solving.
• Familiarity with schematics, assembly drawings, and parts lists.

Responsibilities

• Lead development teams under general direction from Program Management.
• Ensure design thoroughness and adherence to schedule and cost requirements.
• Manage and support multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Present technical assessments and project updates to senior management and customers.
• Develop and maintain strategies to overcome technical hurdles.
• Identify, manage, and execute IRAD activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project planning

Electrical system design

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Position Summary:
BAE Systems Platforms & Services is seeking a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer experienced in leading development and production teams for Launching Systems products. As an Electrical Engineering Lead based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the role will involve both hybrid and full-time onsite work. The successful candidate will be tasked with overseeing the design and implementation of missile launching systems and missile canisters, managing project timeframes and costs, and mentoring staff. The position requires someone with a strong foundation in launching systems, who can establish effective relationships with US DOD customers, provide technical and managerial briefings, and strategize internal research and development activities that align with company goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development teams under general direction from Program Management.
• Ensure design thoroughness and adherence to schedule and cost requirements.
• Manage and support multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Present technical assessments and project updates to senior management and customers.
• Develop and maintain effective strategies to overcome potential technical hurdles.
• Identify, manage, and execute IRAD activities.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field with 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven experience with launching systems design and support during production.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to create and manage project plans and coordinate work activities.
• Proficient in engineering problem-solving and electrical system design.
• Familiarity with schematics, assembly drawings, and parts lists.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Experience integrating with USN fire control systems.
• Prior work with relevant military and commercial design standards.
• Knowledge of electronic testing equipment and mixed technology product testing.
• Familiarity with Mk 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) Launch Control System products.

Location:
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Pay Information:
Full-Time Salary Range: $130,355 - $221,603

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Disability coverage, and life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program, legal plan, and discounts on various services.
• Paid time off, holidays, and a variety of leave options.

Experience Required:
8 years of relevant experience in launching systems product development.