Senior Principal Hardware Test Engineer

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Nashua (NH); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation in defense technologies. As a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer, you'll leverage your design skills to contribute to cutting-edge projects that protect national security. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, collaborating with talented professionals while enjoying a flexible schedule. With a focus on continuous improvement and technical excellence, you'll be at the forefront of developing advanced electronics that shape the future. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Recognition programs

Flexible schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Proficient in design and analysis tools and laboratory techniques.
• Experience with RF test instrumentation and electronics manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Hardware Design engineers to develop test solutions.
• Engage in early program activities like strategy and design for testability.

Skills

Test product development

Electronics equipment support

Communication skills

Embedded systems development

Creativity and resourcefulness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Network Analyzer

Signal Analyzers

Signal Generators

Cadence tools

NI LabWindows

TestStand

Job description

Job Description

Looking for an exciting career that utilizes your creativity, technical innovation, and design skills? Our mission, "We Protect Those Who Protect Us," drives us to develop first-of-its-kind technologies to safeguard our warfighters. We seek engineers passionate about learning and collaboration within a team of world-class professionals. Enjoy a flexible work environment, including a 9/80 schedule and competitive benefits. Join us today and explore the opportunities awaiting you!

From our southern NH campus, Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions is seeking a talented, motivated Senior Principal Electrical Engineer. You will join an Agile team at a dynamic company that values technical excellence. At BAE Systems, we foster a healthy work environment to design, develop, and produce advanced electronics across air, land, sea, and space, shaping the technology of tomorrow.

The selected candidate will apply their design skills to support our "Design it Right" initiative for complex defense products and technologies. This role offers the chance to acquire product knowledge, enhance technical skills, and work on innovative projects in a hybrid work setting.

The responsibilities for this senior engineering role include:

1. The Senior Principal Hardware Test Engineer will collaborate with Hardware Design engineers to design, develop, and deploy test solutions, including Test Stations and Integrated Test Adapters (ITAs). The designs will span various technologies and approaches, offering engaging career opportunities.
2. This position involves engaging in early program activities such as strategy, Design For Testability (DFT), hardware design, integration, debugging, verification, validation, and support.
3. You will participate in continuous improvement initiatives with peers and operations teams to refine test development practices, including standard architectures, reuse, DFT, and tools.

You should be proficient in state-of-the-art design and analysis tools, laboratory equipment, and techniques, and capable of working effectively in a small team environment.

We offer flexible schedules (including every other Friday off), competitive pay, and excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with test product development and electronics equipment support
• Eligibility for DOD Security Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with RF test instrumentation (Network Analyzer, Signal Analyzers, Signal Generators, etc.)
• Knowledge of electronics manufacturing and testing methodologies
• Strong communication skills
• Experience developing embedded systems for harsh environments
• Ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness
• Familiarity with electrical design, schematic tools
• Experience with test software development and integration
• Proficiency in writing test code for digital, RF, or optical testing
• Experience with PCB design using Cadence tools
• Experience with NI LabWindows and TestStand
• Experience with factory test stands and problem resolution
• Familiarity with AS9145 processes
• Experience with FPGA designs
• Knowledge of Electronic Warfare or high power RF SDR hardware
• Knowledge of memory interfaces (DDR, QSPI)
• Knowledge of data transfer protocols (PCIe, Ethernet, JESD 204, I2C, JTAG)
• Fundamentals of digital/analog/power/mixed-signal electronics
• Active DOD security clearance

Pay Range

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

Note: Salaries depend on various factors, including skills, education, experience, and market conditions.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance; health savings accounts; 401(k); disability and life insurance; paid time off; holidays; parental, military, bereavement leave; recognition programs; and other perks.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company providing products and services worldwide. Our mission is to improve the future and protect lives through innovative technology and solutions. Working here means making a significant impact on national security and developing your skills with a talented team. Our Electronic Systems division leads in defense and commercial electronics, with products from ocean depths to space, employing over 14,000 experts committed to making a difference.