Technician IV - Test Technician

Job Description

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution - from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct and support performance and functional tests on naval hardware, electronic boards, boxes, assemblies, sub systems, and sea-going products, during all phases of the hardware evolution process.
• Execute specific step by step test procedures to record & verify test data results and report out of tolerance conditions.
• Perform and assist in functional tests on, as well as monitor environmental testing parameters during Thermal Vacuum, Vibration, and EMI.
• Provide direct technical support to a team, as well as provide technical support during extended working hours, weekends, and holidays to meet critical schedules.
• Work in a development and production setting, where you will fabricate and build cables & wire harnesses and provide wiring harness installation on chassis frames and system test consoles derived from drawings and build documents.
• Provide technical support towards electrical, electro-mechanical, and electro-optical test set-ups.
• Respond quickly to immediate tasks in their area of functional disciplines and develop cross functional skills.
• Electrical and mechanical tasks include, but no limited to, the following:
  • Parts cleaning/materials preparation
  • Mechanical /electrical assembly
  • Polymerics processing
  • Manual soldering
  • Adhesive/bonding
  • Masking
  • Paint operations
• While executing manufacturing operations apply an advanced level of knowledge and skills in hardware assembly, troubleshooting and repair.
• Troubleshoot problems associated with the functionality or design of the products.
• Perform ring-out and certification tests of the products used in the work centers.
• Deliver work with a keen attention to cost and schedule and a consideration for the re-use and producibility.
• Work effectively in a team environment, referring questions and problems to area Lead or Supervisor.
• Provide direction to less experienced employees.
• Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.
• Document and record specialized test set-up configurations, to replicate consistent and repeatable test results.
• Apply touch labor skills in association with test facilities and associated equipment and tooling.
• Work with mechanical tooling and fixtures to fabricate and construct test set-up configurations.
• Apply solid computer skills to access and input data via computer interface or automated equipment.
• 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 environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 years or more related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. 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.
• Electronic background or related degree to effectively support electronic test operations.
• Ability to be versatile and contribute well to high-energy team environments.
• Ability to independently operate O-scopes, Power supplies, Multi-Meters, and Data acquisition monitoring devices.
• Ability to interpret electrical & mechanical drawings, specifications, notes, and wire lists.
• Ability to be trained to obtain specialized certifications required, to perform the assembly and fabrication operations. (Clean room, ESD, FOD, Crane, Solder, Splicing, Crimping, J-STD, IPC-610/620)
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to exercise them in a technical environment.
• A good mechanical aptitude, with solid dexterity and hand/eye coordination to work with hand tools.
• Ability to apply basic computer skills to input and access data via computer interface.
• Ability to self-start and be ambitious and conscientious with very high attention to detail.
• Ability to list 50 pounds and work with heavy equipment, tooling and fixtures.

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A DoD Interim Secret clearance will be required to start work and required to be maintained to continue work. Higher level 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.

As this position requires operating a company vehicle, an offer and subsequent employment are contingent upon possessing and maintaining a valid US driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Aerospace, spacecraft, instrument, sub-assembly, experience preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $66017 - $105628

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 government and commercial customers. 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.