Engineer Principal - Electrical Systems - $10K Sign On Bonus with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description Minimum $10,000 Sign On Bonus being offered for external hires. US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Provide electrical system architecture and electronics implementation experience, knowledge, and technical leadership for cutting-edge tactical electronics. 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:
Infuse new electrical technology where needed, make the electrical system work end-to-end, and make the mission successful.
Lead electrical technology assessments and electrical system level architecture trade studies, electrical system definition, and electrical subsystem level requirements flow-down (analysis and allocation).
Provide technical oversight of detailed designs to ensure the electrical system is compliant and verifiable at the payload and spacecraft level.
Technologies include focal planes, digital signal processing, high speed data transfer, low noise analog sensing, thermal control, mechanism control, low voltage power, power management and harnessing.
Instrument level grounding, EMI/EMC/ESD allocations and implementation, and electrical interface control definitions. Effectively operate within a multi-discipline systems engineering team.
An ability to talk with both internal and external customers.
Defining and implementing the test and verification program.
Lead the resolution of hardware anomalies and determine root cause and corrective action.
Contribute to proposal efforts for defense-based systems.
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 conditions. 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.
Experience as a technical team leader.
First-hand knowledge of electronics used for low voltage power generation and distribution, digital data processing, high speed serial data transmission, discrete command and telemetry, low noise analog signal processing, closed loop control electronics, and EMI/EMC/ESD compliance.
Knowledge of grounding architectures for low noise systems.
Knowledge of harnessing to meet voltage drop, power, EMI/EMC/ESD, and signal integrity requirements.
Experience developing single string and redundant electrical systems.
Experience in developing or guiding the creation of electrical system specifications, and electrical requirements analysis and allocation.
Detailed design experience with "space flight qualified" electronics.
Analytical experience: FMECA, WCA, reliability, EMI/EMC/ESD, voltage drop, and derating.
Ability to identify and mitigate technical risks.
Ability to evaluate and optimize size, weight, and power.
Exceptional communication skills, solid presentation skills, and the ability to effectively lead group discussions.
Expertise in high-speed digital system architectures, closed-loop control systems, and integration and test experience.
Embedded processor-based electronics architecture experience. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Experience with electro-optical systems preferred.
A current, active Secret security clearance preferred. Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $112420.000 - $191070.000 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.

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