Mechanical Engineer, Combat Vehicles

Job Description

How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that’s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is seeking an entry level Mechanical Engineer I to work within the Mobility and Fluid Power team on various combat vehicle programs. Mobility is consider all the parts that “make the vehicle move”. The design and development of these systems is integral to successfully delivering a quality product that support our armed forces. In this position, you will be supporting the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business at our Sterling Heights, MI facility. There is potential for limited travel with this role as Engineering Support at the Manufacturing Facility and the Test Facilities can be required. Expected travel is estimated at 10%. Due to COVID-19, this position will report as a hybrid role (onsite and remotely) at the discretion of the business.

As a Mechanical Engineer I, you will:

• Responsible for implementing any Engineering Change Proposals for product improvement
• Work with parts varying from Powertrain Integration, Cooling System, Air Intake, Exhaust System, and provide assistance to Fuel System Sizing as well as Vehicle Dynamics and Suspension
• Familiarize yourself with the BAE Systems Vehicle Development Process, which will feed into improved designs in the future

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field
• Must be able to use MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.).
• Must be comfortable with CAD software.
• Basic understanding of machine shops and / or low-rate production.
• 3 years of relevant experience will be considered for this role.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Intermediate to advance knowledge of CREO or Solidworks, including piping and cabling.
• In-plant production launch experience.
• Test experience.
• General automotive mechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of welding.
• Department of Defense experience.
• Vehicle experience.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $77809 - $132275

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 Platforms & Services 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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.