Product Test Engineer II

Job Description
Product Test Engineer II

Full-time onsite:
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

The position is 1st shift on 4/10s Monday-Thursday.

The SEAS factory is a 60,000 square foot focus factory specializing in systems integration and test of complex electro-mechanical (Box Build) hardware in support of all branches of our armed forces. You will be working closely with an experienced team of manufacturing professionals to develop and implement test processes, detailed instructions, and electrical test equipment used in the testing of complex electro-mechanical systems and associated lower-level modules. Responsible for working with production technicians to diagnose failures and facilitate rework. Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, and manufacturing processes. Develop training, debug, and retest guidelines as required. Develop Preventative Maintenance Plans for test solutions.

We are looking for a strong energetic Test Engineer or Senior Technician to support our electro-mechanical box build production environment. Must be strong in digital, analog, and RF product test and have a clear understanding of test architectures and software. Must learn product functionality to independently and successfully troubleshoot product and test stand issues. This role involves a wide variety of product test activities including Test Stand Development, Transition to Production, and sustaining test stand floor support, development and maturation of test procedures, equipment maintenance plans, test failure debug and rework guidelines. In addition, this role will assist in the diagnosis of product and test stand related issues requiring the ability to troubleshoot product and test stands to module and component level. The successful candidate will provide day to day support to the manufacturing floor ensuring smooth operation of test processes and assisting test technicians as necessary. This role requires a continuous improvement mindset, and the successful candidate will be making improvements in test processes and products as necessary to improve factory yields and throughput. To do so you will be documenting failure modes, troubleshooting instructions, and rework recommendations. Requires good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with all levels and disciplines of personnel in a team-based environment. You will work closely with Process Engineering, assemblers, testers, and inspectors as well as with design engineering to solve a variety of simple to complex manufacturing and test problems. This is a great opportunity to learn and grow your test engineering skills while being continually challenged and provide an important service to our country.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 3-5 years hands-on experience in Complex Electrical Test supporting Subassembly and Electro-Mechanical Box build/integration and test in a manufacturing environment.
• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent experience as a test technician or test engineer.
• A quality focus is required with solid knowledge of AS9100 quality systems and experience evaluating quality data and implementing sound corrective and preventive action.
• Must be comfortable preparing presentations and speaking and presenting to teammates of diverse backgrounds, management levels, and technical capabilities.
• Must be detail oriented and administratively strong since record keeping and documentation integrity are critical.
• Requires good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with all levels of personnel in a team based environment.
• Requires an individual interested in working and learning in a hands-on capacity in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Requires excellent capabilities in the use of Microsoft office tools and computer applications and software in a test environment.
• Must be secret clearance eligible.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Strong RF experience is preferred.
• Electrical Engineering degree or Progress toward a degree and suitable experience.
• Previous experience supporting electrical test activity at BAE or DOD contractor is preferred.
• Previous experience with software tools-Python, MATLAB, Linux preferred.
• Active Secret preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75570 - $128480

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.

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.