Job Description

Job Description

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

BAE Systems is looking for a Specification Writer III for the New Product Introduction Pilot Line. 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.

The individual selected for this position will provide specification writer support to the Electronic Warfare Integrated Manufacturing Center (EW-IMC) New Product Introduction (NPI) Pilot Line on a variety of products and projects. The Electronic Warfare Integrated Manufacturing Center (EW-IMC) New Product Introduction (NPI) Pilot Line located in Nashua, NH is responsible for the early builds of new electronic and mechanical hardware designs. This includes the development and maturation of the associated build processes, programming, and tooling in preparation for rate production. This requires close collaboration with the design community, the receiving production teams, and requires being able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. The NPI Pilot Line plays a critical, exciting, and unique role that helps ensure that future production runs are successful.

The Specification Writer will play a critical role in the success of the Pilot Line team – the role is crucial to providing a quick turnaround of new and updated work plan incorporations to meet the needs of our customers. Approaching tasks with a sense of urgency, being a team player, being open to change, maintaining a positive attitude, and being a self-starter are all important attributes to being successful within the NPI team.

In this role, you will:

• Work with Process Engineers, Engineering Assistants, and other stakeholders to create and maintain accurate process documentation using various software and systems
• Incorporate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Process Change Requests (PCRs)
• Interact with the Production Floor and other critical process stakeholders including functional and project leadership
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities
• Follow industry standards and all relevant BAE Systems / Factory control documents
• Work in a fast paced environment, handling shifting priorities and working within time constraints

Who you are:

• A self-starter who enjoys working on something new every day
• Skilled at balancing multiple priorities and asking for help when needed
• Enjoys working in a closely collaborative, fast paced environment
• Detail-oriented but maintains awareness of the big picture

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

• High School diploma
• 2+ years experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Use of electronic collaboration systems (incl. Microsoft Teams, Outlook)
• Good communications skills, both written and verbal. The ability to work well in a team environment is critical to this role.
• Good organizational skills, and the ability to support multiple projects concurrently
• Experience with Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) and/or Module manufacturing

Preferred Skills and Education

• Experience with Paperless factory management system
• Experience with AutoCAD and Adobe Acrobat Pro software
• Experience with Creo View software
• Experience in writing detailed work instructions and procedures
• Demonstrated communications skills, both written and verbal

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a High School Diploma and 2 years work experience or equivalent experience