Senior Principal Systems Engineer

BAE Systems, Inc.; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 146,000 - 250,000; Part time

Job summary

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer in Nashua, NH. The position involves specializing in semi-conductor materials for infrared detectors, interfacing with production teams, and providing technical support. Candidates will need expertise in focal plane technology and must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field. The role offers a competitive salary range, reflecting the importance of developing advanced electronics technologies.

Benefits

401(k) savings plan

Medical benefits for 20+ hours per week

Qualifications

• Experience with focal plane technology and semi-conductor materials.
• Experience in working with production teams.
• A Secret Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Support discussions on failure analysis efforts.
• Interact with production staff and other engineering disciplines.
• Provide technical support to a team for product development.

Skills

Focal plane technology

Semi-conductor materials

Failure analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

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Job Description See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from providing the latest in missile seeker innovations to autonomous smart munitions. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us.”

BAE Systems, Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line within the Precision Strike (PS) Business Area has an immediate opening for an experienced Systems Engineer specializing in semi-conductor materials for infrared detectors. In this position, subject matter expertise will be required in the areas of the focal plane technology along with microelectronic circuitry; the position will also require interfacing with the production staff, understanding the system requirements and how the product is built, supporting discussions on any failure analysis efforts. This also includes interface to BAE Subcontracts, other Engineering disciplines, and suppliers for the system.

The successful candidate will support business and engineering leadership to help grow the PGSS product line by applying BAE Systems’ broad technology base to fill real gaps that Department of Defense customers have in the area of IR focal planes with an emphasis on providing technical support to the team. The ideal candidate will work with other subject matter experts assisting with technical challenges associated with the focal plane, discussions with our prime customer and the US Government representatives.

Our engineers are members of cross-functional, multi-disciplined teams focused on developing cost-effective systems that meet the needs of our customers. Candidates should be comfortable working with teams of all sizes and enjoy a mix of creative design work, mentoring the next generation of protégés, developing White Papers and presenting internally and externally
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with focal plane technology and semi-conductor materials
• Experience in working with production teams, understanding Acceptance Test Procedures/Software.
• Experience with subcontractor interface, Smart Munition design assessment, and integration activities
• Familiarity with failure analysis activities and Failure Review Board process
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Operations Research, or Computer Science
• A Secret Clearance is required for this position
  
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to Identify potential risk areas, develop plans / recommendations for risk mitigation
• Experience with missile systems and guided projectiles
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers, senior leadership, and other engineering disciplines
• Ability to understand CONOPS for missile systems
• Ability to develop requirements in response to customer operational needs
• Exposure to the development, integration, test, qualification and production of Air-to-Air, Air-to-Ground and Ground-to-Ground Missiles, Guided Projectiles and Glide Weapon Systems.
• Master’s degree in engineering discipline
  
  
  

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

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.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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