Engineer Technologist

Job Description
BAE Systems is currently seeking an Engineer Technologist to support our work as a prime contractor on high-profile U.S Navy weapon system. Interested candidates must demonstrate familiarity with automatic cable testing, test procedures, military projects, and poses the ability to communicate moderately complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. The candidate will be expected to apply knowledge of requirements definition and test principles to support development of test procedures, design of cable interface adapters, and evaluation of cabling changes for impacts.

This position is responsible for:

• Supporting calibration and shipment of automatic cable test systems
• Reviewing and modifying existing design documentation
• Developing new documentation to support program needs
• Developing requirements, test procedures, Quality Assurance Plans, Configuration Management Plans, and evaluation techniques for new emerging cable test programs
• Preparing impact reports
• Tracking and resolving problems found during cable testing
• Participating in research and investigations as well as special studies

As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience & Skills:

• High school/GED with 4 years of experience
• Basic electronics background
• Familiarity with military projects
• Experience with cable testing and automated testing
• Experience with developing documentation related to requirements, test procedures, and analysis
• Experience with research, problem solving, and analysis
• Experience with reading cable running sheets, wiring lists, and wiring tables
• Ability to work and communicate well with management, customers, and their contractors – including ability to provide clear and concise presentation/demonstration of advanced technical concepts
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills with the ability to interpret and follow requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Excellent interpersonal skills used when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with colleagues, and customers Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment and make sound decisions while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 6 – 8 years of relevant professional experience
• Active DoD SECRET security clearance
• Field site experience supporting the SSBN Test Program
• Current D-5 TRIDENT SWS Technical / Operational Knowledge
• Working knowledge of the Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) organization
• Experience working within the SSP Test Program
• Fiber optics testing experience
• Demonstrated experience in Test and Evaluation mythologies including test planning, execution, and reporting
• US Navy Electronics Technician experience

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $77809 - $132275

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 Intelligence & Security
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.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

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.