FAST Labs - System Test Lead

Job Description

Are you a passionate systems engineer with a knack for operational testing and a drive to push the boundaries of RF innovation? BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated Test Lead to join our dynamic team. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to directly contribute to the maturation of cutting-edge technology that will have a real-world operational impact.

We're looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at collaboration, and possesses a deep understanding of RF systems testing. You'll be responsible for designing, coordinating, and executing operational tests for novel RF capabilities, working alongside a talented cross-functional team. This role offers significant growth potential and the chance to shape the future of RF technology.

What We're Looking For:
We're seeking candidates who possess a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and communication abilities. As Test Lead, you will be the driving force behind our operational test program. Your responsibilities will include:

• Test Planning & Execution: Develop comprehensive test plans to rigorously assess system capabilities, including defining relevant test points, establishing validated data collection procedures, and implementing robust analysis practices.
• Logistics Coordination: Manage all aspects of test range logistics, working closely with customers and stakeholders to ensure seamless test execution. This includes scheduling, resource allocation, safety protocols, and data security.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for customer organizations and internal program leadership, providing clear and concise updates on test program status, plans, roadblocks, and results.
• Team Integration: Collaborate effectively with test effort co-performers to ensure seamless platform and system integration, proactively identifying and resolving potential issues.
• Program Collaboration: Work closely with internal program and engineering teams to ensure smooth test event execution, providing technical guidance and support as needed.
• Reporting & Analysis: Generate detailed test reports documenting test results, analysis findings, and recommendations for improvement.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers involved in test activities.

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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Operational Testing Expertise: Proven experience in planning and executing operational field tests for new and innovative RF capabilities. Demonstrated ability to translate system requirements into actionable test procedures.
• Test Lifecycle Management: Solid understanding of the entire test lifecycle - planning, execution, data collection, analysis, reporting, and documentation.
• Self-Starter: Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams.
• Vulnerability & Reverse Engineering: Experience in vulnerability assessment and reverse engineering techniques.
• Travel: Ability to travel up to 25% over intermittent periods to remote sites in support of test events, meetings, and training activities.
• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's Degree of Science (or equivalent experience in a relevant field) with a minimum of 8+ years of experience.
• Master's Degree of Science (or equivalent experience in a relevant field) with a minimum of 6+ years of experience.
• PhD in Science (or equivalent experience in a relevant field) with a minimum of 4+ years of experience
• Security Clearance: Hold an Active or Current TOP SECRET collateral clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Program Management: Experience as a project/program team member responsible for workflow management in dynamic environments.
• Leadership: Proven leadership skills and experience directing and mentoring engineers on complex RF programs.
• Communication: Expert in effectively documenting, communicating, leading, and working with a team on designs, results, reports, and presentations.
• Systems Engineering: Experience performing systems engineering activities such as system modeling & simulation, system design & development, system integration & test.
• Risk Management: Experience developing viable concept solutions, identifying and tracking technical risks, and leading technical teams.
• RF Tool Proficiency: Hands-on experience and working knowledge of:
  • Digital Communication waveforms of Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
  • Test equipment including RF sources, pulse generators, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, vector network analyzers, power meters, power supplies, and digital multi-meters
  • Advanced Clearance: Have an active U.S. TS/SCI security clearance.
• Programming & Modeling: Experience or knowledge in the following areas:
  • Use of MATLAB or other programming languages
  • Digital Communication waveforms of Digital Signal Processing (DSP)
  • Model Based Systems Engineering

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

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.