Technical Specialist I Surface Mount Technology (SMT)

Research And Development Engineer

Responsible for complex functions of a specialized nature to support Research and Development (R&D) engineering and manufacturing requiring advanced application of both technical theory and practical knowledge in the design, development, assembly and test, and delivery of a wide variety of company products and systems. Requires specialized experience in Surface Mount Technology (SMT) products development, related equipment, and assembly operations. Duties are typically more responsibility oriented (versus daily task oriented), performed with little to no oversight or prioritization by a higher authority, sophisticated and unique in nature, and vary greatly in breadth and depth of content during day-to-day operations. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You'll Do:

• Build or process hardware of a developmental, prototype, or critical nature
• Collaborate with engineering to troubleshoot hardware or assemblies; check and modify test chambers or fixtures.
• Perform soldering and rework at the electronics board-level, often requiring a microscope.
• Provide training and instruction to technicians and program personnel on IPC and industry standards.
• Apply/enforce/comprehend accept/reject criteria and revision status from engineering drawings, MIL-specs, screening specs, or process certification training.
• Serve as the subject matter expert to operate, program, and train on Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment to build electrical assemblies.
• Operate Automated X-Ray Inspection (AXI) and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment, analyze results, and rapidly determine Go/No-Go criterial based on industry standards.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, as required.
• Maintain electronic build records, required logs, records, and reports in accordance with company and program policies/procedures and government regulations.
• Inspect incoming or production materials or articles for conformance to engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications; process standards and specifications; and production or process plans.
• Serve as lead for inventory control on SMT production items such as creating stock identification, running BOM availability reports, and kiting projects, as required
• Review and accurately interpret schematics, drawings, specifications, and procedures for completeness and compliance to contract requirements.
• Assimilate diverse data and recommend action to address unique and complex technical situations.
• Contribute to written and oral proposals and design reviews, internal review boards, specifications, work standards, and business processes.
• Provide advanced instruction, training, and certification(s) on IPC/industry standards, specialized procedures, and techniques to other employees and may develop processes and procedures essential to departmental compliance.
• Make continuous improvement suggestions, participate and lead projects in area of responsibility.
• Effective communications and regular interaction with higher level management, customers, and internal and external auditors.
• May plan and commit resources, coordinate, and lead the work of lower-level employees to assure task completion.
• May participate in industry-wide working groups or seminars and be recognized by industry experts, suppliers, and customers.
• Lead, train, and coordinate work schedules, priorities, and tasks of other work center personnel.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 or more years of related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Ability to coordinate activities of a team, predict and meet schedules, resolve disconnects.
• Ability to apply basic computer skills to input and access data via computer interface.
• Solid communication skills and the ability to exercise them in a technical environment.
• An ability to be trained to obtain specialized certifications required to perform the assembly and fabrication operations. (Clean room, ESD, FOD, Solder, Splicing, Crimping, J-STD, IPC-610/620).
• Current IPC J-STD-001 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) Certification.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• IPC J-STD-001, Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) Certification

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $58839 - $94143

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 Space & Mission 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.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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.