Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a proven leader with Mechanical Engineering and Finite Element Analysis experience to support the development of our next generation of Electronic Systems at our site in Totowa, NJ. This is state-of-the-art work surrounded by talented and dedicated professionals that embrace the challenge.
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform / assess detailed design and analyses, including thermal and structural, using both classical and finite element methods
• Create and post-process Finite Element Models (FEM) ranging from sub-component level to the system level using Siemens Simcenter 3D/NX, NASTRAN, Ansys Mechanical, and Ansys Icepak.
• Generate/ assess designs against environmental requirements and generate prototypes for test and verification efforts
• Develop robust and novel thermal/structural hardware solutions to meet demanding customer requirements
• Generate / assess 3D solid models, utilize GD&T principles, and perform tolerance analyses to ensure fit and function
• Lead multi-discipline, state-of-the- art hardware teams through hardware engineering design and development
• Lead critical design review activities for program success
• Employ your expertise, decision skills, and independent judgment in technical areas
• Communicate essential information and coordinate with other engineering disciplines, Procurement, Operations, and Program Management
• Support program capture and proposal teams with hardware baselines that include development and cost/schedule estimates

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 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.

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.

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 4+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong background in mechanical engineering with expertise in CAD design tools and Finite Element Analysis
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Experience working with integrated military electronic hardware and related test equipment
• Ability to work individually and in small team environments
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to execute complex projects

Preferred Skills and Education

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 4+ years’ experience with PTC Creo (formerly Pro/Engineer)
• 4+ years’ experience with ANSYS Mechanical, Icepak, and/or Electronics Desktop for both structural and thermal analysis of airborne electronics hardware
• 4+ years’ experience with Siemens Simcenter 3D/NX and/or NASTRAN
• Knowledge/experience with manufacturing, production, and sustainment of mechanical systems and hardware
• Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) principles
• Experience with Model Based Engineering (MBE) / Model Based Definition (MBD) / Digital Engineering
• Active Secret Clearance

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience