Job Description

Performs trouble shootings a board range of assembly tasks in the plant. Such functions may include, but not limited to, assembly, cycling and preparation for shipment and inspection. Serves as a resource to other team members. Auto / Heavy Equipment skills needed.

Required Skills and Education

Works from engineering drawings, such as electrical drawings, including schematics and pictorials, technical manuals and station instruction sheets
Performs troubleshooting tasks on vehicle systems, such as, electrical, mechanical, functional, hydraulics, fuel, power train, suspension, etc
Performs functional testing of vehicles according to final inspection requirements (FIR)
Performs assembly tasks in all stations, as required
Performs material handling tasks and moving functions, using hand and power equipment as required
Conducts tests and prepares test reports
Assesses current vehicle status, noting parts to replace, parts missing, and overhaul conditions and documents assessment information

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

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 naval 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.

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.

Preferred Skills and Education

Work requires the level of general educational development equivalent to that normally acquired be completing vocational training in vehicle mechanical and electrical component / system assembly and necessary troubleshooting to ensure proper operation / function
Prefer 1 - 2 years of related experience in vehicle conversion / maintenance
Requires the ability to read and interpret work instructions. engineering drawings, electrical schematics and diagrams
Inspect work with precision measuring instruments
Must be able to demonstrate skill proficiencies in each of the production assembly stations and final processing functions
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills are required in order to maintain a good working relationship with team members and other departments