Principal Electrical Engineer - Test Systems

Job Description

The Electrical & Electronic Solutions (EES) team is seeking a collaborative, action-oriented Principal Electrical/Electronic Systems Test Engineer to be a contributor and leader within a group of motivated problem solvers. We like to have fun and enjoy life - both at work, and in our free time. We're excited about the challenging projects we're involved in and have a strong commitment to the missions we enable. We're looking for innovative engineers who can continue our strong reputation for creativity and technical excellence. This position has responsibility for leading electrical test engineering activities associated with the development, qualification, and verification of electronic systems at the board and box levels through scripted automated testing. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You'll Do:

• Spearhead the qualification and validation efforts for electronics assemblies at the board and box levels, ensuring products meet rigorous performance, reliability, and regulatory standards.
• Lead board/box-level electronics test and troubleshooting, including resolution of hardware anomalies, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Design and implement comprehensive special test equipment, test fixtures, test plans, and test procedures for prototype, qualification, and acceptance testing of electronic assemblies.
• Drive test strategy development and execution throughout the complete lifecycle of electronics development: requirements definition, architectural design, detailed design and analysis, manufacturing, test, integration, and post-delivery support.
• Author and maintain test engineering documentation, including test plans, test procedures, test logs, test records, and comprehensive test summary reports in accordance with program requirements.
• Develop scripts (python or ruby) to automate the execution of test through custom/COTS hardware and software.
• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to technicians and engineers, coordinating activities across multidisciplinary teams to predict and meet schedules and resolve technical disconnects.
• Support program milestones such as preliminary design reviews (PDR), critical design reviews (CDR), and customer acceptance reviews through clear presentation of test results and technical issues.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather condition.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Strong circuit design, test, troubleshooting, and anomaly resolution of electronic circuits and a demonstrated ability to respond to anomalies found during test and to make recommendations for corrective actions.
• 5 years of experience in the complete lifecycle of electronics development: requirements definition, architectural design, detailed design and analysis, manufacturing, test, integration, and post-delivery support.
• Proficient in scripting languages like Python or Ruby
• Proven expertise in qualification testing of electronic systems for aerospace or defense applications operating in harsh or mission-critical environments.
• Solid understanding of hardware/software/firmware integration and verification techniques at the board and box level.
• Ability to coordinate activities of a small team, predict and meet schedules, resolve technical disconnects, and provide leadership on test engineering efforts.
• Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to understand the customer's needs and provide clear communication of proposed solutions to both management and the customer.
• Good planning and organization skills with attention to detail in maintaining test documentation and engineering records.
• Ability and willingness to obtain TS/SCI security clearance is required.

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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with design and implementation of high-speed digital electronics, analog circuitry, FPGAs, and embedded processor systems.
• Familiarity with signal and power integrity analysis of digital designs.
• Experience with design, analysis, and layout of PCBs with analog and high-speed digital line rates.
• Familiarity with communication protocols and standards including PCIe, Ethernet, SRIO, Spacewire, 1553, UART, etc.
• Experience in key electrical systems design for circuit designs such as microprocessors, command and telemetry designs, low noise analog circuits, and custom designs.
• Hands-on experience in aerospace or defense programs, particularly with avionics, spacecraft electronics, tactical systems, RF mission systems, or electro-optical systems.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD or similar qualification standards for aerospace and defense electronic systems.
• Background in environmental and EMI/EMC testing of electronic assemblies.
• Experience in working on defense or aerospace programs, particularly tactical solutions or mission-critical systems.
• Experience preparing and presenting technical test content to an audience during major program reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR).
• Advanced computer application skills, such as MATLAB, Python, Ruby, LabVIEW, C, C++, COSMOS and/or other analytical and test automation tools.
• Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS or similar systems engineering platforms.
• TS/SCI or current SSBI desired.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

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 Space & Mission 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.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.