Principal Mechanical Engineer (Hybrid)

Job Description:

Job Description
Come and see what you’re missing! Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronic systems – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night sky for soldiers in hostile environments. Our products span all domains – space, air, land, and sea, and our engineers are equally impressive, leveraging their diverse talents and experiences to innovate for the future. And you can, too! Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without sacrificing your personal life. We put our customers first, exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team that you want to join? Shift your career into high gear with BAE Systems.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer with experience in the area of electronic packaging for the design and development of military communication and sensing equipment. The candidate shall be well versed in using solid modeling tools (CREO preferred) and have a proven capability in applying those tools within the design and review process with demonstrated creativity. A familiarity with a comprehensive design process is required including conceptual and final design, support to procurement, work hands-on with assembly personnel, engineering test, debug, integration and support of product qualification.

The use of commercially available schedule tools and application of those tools within EVMS is a plus.

The candidate shall possess an understanding in the application of heat transfer principles, strength of materials, materials selection and the ability to apply those principles to unique mechanical design challenges. The ability to perform thermal and/or structural analysis using industry simulation tools (ANSYS Workbench preferred) is a plus.

The ability to lead small design teams and to effectively communicate within the team is required. Candidate shall also be able to work within a broader program team and be able to communicate across functional boundaries in order to solve problems and achieve common goals.

The candidate shall possess good written and verbal communication skills.

Experience in mentorship of less experienced engineers is a plus.

**Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status**

Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience in electronics packaging.
Expertise in solid modeling (CREO preferred)
Clear understanding of core mechanical engineering principles (heat transfer, strength of materials, materials selection)
Eligibility to obtain a DoD Security Clearance at the \"Secret\" level.
Clear communication - both oral and written - and a positive attitude.
Ability to work effectively on a team either on-site or remotely.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience.
Active Secret DoD Security Clearance within the last two years.
Experience with drafting principles and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5-2009.
Experience/Expertise in thermal/structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
Ability to mentor less experienced engineers

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $126305 - $214718

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.

Job Ident #: 115769BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

Benefits:
Competitive

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Job Info

Location

Totowa, New Jersey, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs