Test Engineering Assistant C4ISR - Wayne NJ

VetJobs; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Wayne, New Jersey, is seeking Test Engineering Assistants to join a cross‑functional team. You will help integrate and test radio communication systems for US military and international customers, performing procedures, hardware setup, and data documentation.

The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, on‑site work, and a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Prior lab experience with RF equipment and system integration is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 4 years of related experience.
• Experience testing and troubleshooting systems, modules, and/or sub‑assemblies.
• Must currently possess active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance.
• Ability to read and follow engineering procedures, wiring diagrams, and system configuration instructions.

Responsibilities

• Support Radio system integration efforts including setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of hardware components, software loads, RF subsystems, cables, harnesses, and test fixtures.
• Execute detailed engineering test procedures to evaluate system functionality, RF performance, subsystem interoperability, and mission‑specific behaviors.
• Operate and maintain a wide range of electronic and RF test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and digital acquisition tools.
• Collect, validate, and organize technical data; assist engineers with evaluating results, identifying anomalies, and maintaining test traceability.
• Perform system‑level troubleshooting and assist with fault isolation and root‑cause analyses for hardware, software, and RF‑related issues.

Skills

Test procedures

RF equipment

Troubleshooting

System integration

Documentation

Education

High School/GED

Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Digital acquisition tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Clearance Level - Must Be Able to Obtain

Secret

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Travel Percentage

10%

Clearance Level - Must Currently Possess

Secret

U.S. Citizenship Required

Yes

Is Relocation Available

Yes

Thank you for your interest in BAE Systems! This opening is included as part of our September 2026 Defense Electronics Engineering Hiring Event. While we encourage all interested professionals to apply, please note that this is a selection-based interview event for candidates whose skills and experience match our hiring needs. If your background and skill set match these needs, we will reach out with next steps. If selected for an interview, specific opportunities based on your interests, experience, and skill set will be discussed with the hiring team. For candidates not local to the northern New Jersey area, virtual interviews will be accommodated.

Ready to make a difference? BAE Systems is looking for Test Engineering Assistants to work as part of a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to integrate, debug, and test sophisticated, next generation radio communication systems. We are seeking Test Engineering Assistants to Integrate and Test the full capabilities of the world’s most advanced communication systems for the United States military and international customers.

If you join our C4ISR engineering team you will join a growing dynamic group of engineers developing leading edge radio communications built with state‑of‑the‑art electronics. BAE Systems seeks all levels of experience and will mentor more junior test engineering assistants and provide more challenging assignments to our most senior test engineering assistants.

This position will require you to be onsite in Wayne, NJ. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

See what you’re missing. C4ISR has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading radio communications capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe. With a 9/80 schedule, and every other Friday off, 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®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

The Test Engineering Assistant V provides advanced support for Radio Communication systems within a System Integration Lab environment. This role assists engineering teams by executing test procedures, operating and maintaining RF/electronic test equipment, loading terminals, operating test stations, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring accurate documentation of test results to support system verification and validation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Radio system integration efforts including setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of hardware components, software loads, RF subsystems, cables, harnesses, and test fixtures.
• Execute detailed engineering test procedures to evaluate system functionality, RF performance, subsystem interoperability, and mission‑specific behaviors.
• Operate and maintain a wide range of electronic and RF test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and digital acquisition tools.
• Collect, validate, and organize technical data; assist engineers with evaluating results, identifying anomalies, and maintaining test traceability.
• Perform system‑level troubleshooting and assist with fault isolation and root‑cause analyses for hardware, software, and RF‑related issues.
• Maintain lab readiness by tracking equipment inventory, coordinating calibrations, documenting configuration changes, and supporting adherence to lab processes.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, security, and documentation requirements.
• Create and maintain test logs, configuration records, setup diagrams, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support verification, validation, and acceptance test activities.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Required Education, Experience, & Skills
• High School Diploma plus 4 years of related experience.
• Experience testing and troubleshooting systems, modules, and/or sub‑assemblies.
• Strong understanding of basic electronics and ability to work with common test equipment.
• Ability to read and follow engineering procedures, wiring diagrams, and system configuration instructions.
• Must currently possess active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology or related technical field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Experience working with RF systems, military electronics, or Electronic Warfare subsystems.
• Familiarity with system integration labs, hardware‑in‑the‑loop environments, or structured engineering test processes.
• Exposure to basic scripting or data processing tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB) is a plus.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72019 - $115230

City*

Wayne

State*

New Jersey

Job_Category

Operations

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

BAE Systems