Job Requirements
Manchester, NH
Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$149,603 - $254,317
Job Description
Job Description
ECS Systems Test Solution Section is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Line RF Lead Test Engineer to provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers responsible for the testing of complex systems. This critical role will direct all RF testing activities across an entire product line, utilizing a wide range of RF stimulators (CEESIM/A2PATS/NEWEG/Keysight/R&S) and leveraging advanced modeling and simulation techniques. This position will be responsible for the successful execution of test activities, ensuring products meet stringent requirements and are safe for intended use. The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking leader with a strong technical background, proven ability to drive testability improvements, and a commitment to fostering collaboration across engineering disciplines.
Responsibilities:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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.
ECS Systems Test Solution Section is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Line RF Lead Test Engineer to provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers responsible for the testing of complex systems. This critical role will direct all RF testing activities across an entire product line, utilizing a wide range of RF stimulators (CEESIM/A2PATS/NEWEG/Keysight/R&S) and leveraging advanced modeling and simulation techniques. This position will be responsible for the successful execution of test activities, ensuring products meet stringent requirements and are safe for intended use. The ideal candidate will be a forward-thinking leader with a strong technical background, proven ability to drive testability improvements, and a commitment to fostering collaboration across engineering disciplines.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers specializing in RF system testing.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of comprehensive test activities throughout the entire product lifecycle, from early development to production.
- Direct the utilization of various RF stimulators including CEESIM, A2PATS, NEWEG, Keysight, and Rohde & Schwarz (R&S) equipment.
- Champion the architecture and development of a robust testing strategy that enables a "left-shift" of development testing, identifying and addressing issues earlier in the lifecycle.
- Apply expertise in modeling and simulation frameworks (AFSIM, JIMM, NGTS) to enhance test coverage and efficiency.
- Drive a proactive and forward-looking approach to defining future test requirements, identifying emerging technologies, and increasing simulation fidelity.
- Provide independent assessment of product performance and safety, ensuring adherence to all applicable standards and requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Systems Engineering, Hardware Engineering, and Software Engineering.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of test processes and methodologies.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of experience in RF Test Engineering.
- Strong understanding of testing methodologies, techniques, and tools.
- Experience developing and executing comprehensive test strategies and plans.
- Familiarity with requirements management and testability concepts.
- Knowledge of formal qualification testing processes (KPPs, MOEs, MOPs).
- Experience with government contracting and compliance requirements is a plus.
- Experience leading development of Electronic Warfare, RADAR, Communications, and/or Missile systems Experience with EW and/or Radar and Missile System
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of engineers.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Possess an Active US Government SECRET clearance or higher
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree in electrical engineering or computer science/engineering
- Experience leading RF system testing of Electronic Warfare, RADAR, Communications, and/or Missile systems Experience with EW and/or Radar and Missile Systems
- Experience with rapid, iterative, and agile development processes & tools
- General knowledge of MBSE methodologies to facilitate adoption within agile development environment
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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.
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