Production Support Engineer - Mechanical

We are seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to support our EO/IR seeker and precision munitions products and related technologies. If selected, you will be part of the Hardware Team supporting production programs in the Franchise Program Portfolio – a major piece of our Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions product line.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as Responsible Engineer (RE) for mechanical and opto-mechanical suppliers. Be the expert – own the product.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement activities aimed at mitigating or eliminating problematic designs, build processes, and test plans.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional team to resolve supply chain issues.
• Collaborate with external suppliers and internal procurement teams to meet program technical requirements. Support periodic audits of suppliers’ facilities and processes.
• Engage regularly with production floor personnel to develop fixtures, improve processes, and increase product quality.
• Provide technical assessments to Material Review Boards to resolve non-conformances. Skillfully present technical data to internal and external customers.
• Provide technical oversight and direction to Design Drafting resources allocated to your program.
• Work within schedule and budget constraints and elevate concerns if challenges arise.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
• Minimum of four years of relevant experience in related industry (i.e. defense, electronics) or two years plus a Master’s Degree
• Knowledge of mechanical fabrication techniques and processes
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing per ASME Y14.5
• Experience in mechanical stack-up tolerance analyses
• Working knowledge of common military and industry specifications and standards
• Familiarity with the design and manufacture of electronic circuit card assemblies
• Eligibility to obtain a DoD Security Clearance at the Secret level
• Ability to work effectively on a team either on-site or remotely

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Proficiency with PTC Creo or equivalent CAD software
• Knowledge/familiarity with special processes such as passivation, anodize, prime and paint, plating, and heat treatment
• Knowledge of and experience with raw materials and their governing specifications
• Prior experience in Design Engineering role, especially on cooled and uncooled infrared optical systems
• Prior experience in Quality or Supplier Quality organizations; familiarity with SAE AS9100 and AS9102
• Experience with guided and unguided munitions, including support of test events at customer sites
• Experience with bearings, gimbals, dewars, cameras, motors and resolvers
• Hands-on experience with thermal, vibration, and shock environmental testing per MIL-STD-810
• Active DoD Security Clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914

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, Inc.

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.