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See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for 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. Our flexible work environment provides you with 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. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.Given our continued growth, we have immediate roles available for a highly motivated Hardware Lead to join our Production Support and Sustainment team as a HW Lead supporting the sustainment of one of our ECS Product Lines. In this role, you will have a chance to grow your skills supporting the continued production and sustainment of various complex microwave modules, circuit card assemblies, and subsystems utilized across the F-15 Platform. 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:
* Assessing design updates to existing designs
* Review and technical assessment of Diminishing Material Supply (DMS) issues for both Prime Mission Equipment and Test Solution
* Lead the investigation into field return hardware
* Own the overall HW program content, delegating tasking to less experienced engineers and technicians as required
* Technical management of subcontractors* Working with hardware suppliers
* Supporting production and sustainment issues in assembly, test/debug, quality and managing overall workload of the HW team supporting production
* Working in partnership with a cross-functional team to ensure on time deliveries of quality products to support the War Fighter.
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!
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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
* An Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years’ experience working on RF/Microwave and digital products preferably in the defense industry* Experience testing and troubleshooting complex EW systems
* Experience leading a cross-functional engineering tea.
* Experience supporting a production environment
* Experience with the sustainment phase of the product lifecycle.
* Motivated self-starter with leadership skills 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 and lead others to closure - Own the Design
* Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
* Active or previously held Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED
Preferred Skills and Education
* Active Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED* Experience working in a manufacturing environment
* Experience in RF/Microwave subsystem, module and circuit design and development
* Experience gathering and analyzing test data to assess trends and develop yield improvement plan
* Experience with Earned Value Management and Control Account Management
