DMS HW Engineering Lead

Principal Hardware Engineer

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Given our continued growth, we have immediate roles available for a highly motivated Principal Hardware Engineers to join our Diminishing Material Supply (DMS) Central Engineering Team (CET). In this role, you will have a chance to grow your skills supporting the continued production and sustainment of various complex microwave modules, submodules, circuit card assemblies, and subsystems utilized across multiple projects. You will have the opportunity to work closely with cutting-edge hardware fielded on the most advanced Military Platforms.

Activities day to day will vary and may include:

• Working with hardware suppliers
• Engineering evaluation of part obsolescence impact, and potential replacements
• Generate Change Orders (COs) to resolve production design issues.
• Partner with cross functional team to mitigate DMS impacts to programs
• Delegating tasking to less experienced engineers and technicians and reviewing work product output of delegated task to ensuring quality and provide mentorship as required.
• Technical management of engineering activity related to replacement component assessment

If you are looking to be immersed in a myriad of new technical challenges, this role is for you! At BAE Systems, we thrive in a diverse and dynamic team-oriented environment with principles of respect and trust. Our engineers interact with colleagues and peers of various disciplines and backgrounds to arrive at innovative solutions to problems. We encourage collaboration and foster an environment of knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Take the first step towards achieving your career goals with us and apply today!

Required Skills:

• 6+ years' experience working on RF/Microwave designs or circuit card assemblies or other electronic systems
• Ability to research and apply engineering principles and theories to solve technical problems
• Experience in design and part selection
• Ability to multi-task and utilize resources on your team to solve issues in a dynamic environment
• Motivated self-starter with leadership potential and ability to effectively work in a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability
• Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner - Own the Design
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Active or previously held Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in RF/Microwave subsystem, module and circuit design and development
• Experience developing Engineering Basis of Estimate for proposed engineering work
• Experience in packaging of electronics

Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825. 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 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 teammaking 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.