Senior Materials & Process Engineer - Printed Circuit Board Expertise

Materials & Process Engineer

We believe a career should be filled with innovation and hands-on involvement in the next generation technology for our nation. And that's exactly what you'll find BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems. 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. As part of the Materials & Process Engineering department within the Space and Missions Systems sector, you'll join a group of driven professionals who design the products and systems that support enhanced military capabilities, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. We are looking for a Materials & Process Engineer to add their skills to our team supporting the development of new designs and also supporting a highly vertically integrated production environment. This is a dynamic job working across numerous engineering and manufacturing disciplines on products that range from the newest F-35 fighter aircraft, the AMRAAM missile to the Orion Spacecraft for NASA's Artemis Mission. 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:

• Work as a team member in the design of Printed Wiring Boards (PWB) for flight hardware and ground-support equipment, testing and selecting materials and processes to ensure program performance and structural requirements are met.
• Develop and implement materials and processes (M&P) plans for tactical hardware, including leading efforts to qualify new materials and processes for flight usage.
• Work with on-site printed circuit lab assisting in the fabrication of PWBs ranging from low-TRL prototypes to high-MRL production support, including trouble shooting PCB manufacturing challenges.
• Review engineering drawings and provide feedback to designers on materials selection, producibility, and process specifications related to PWBs.
• Train designers and engineers to ensure PWB design is manufacturable to industry circuit board design standards.
• Represent BAE Systems Inc., Space & Mission Systems and customer organizations (e.g. manufacturing, project, systems engineering, mission assurance, production, integration and test, supply chain, etc.) in the implementation of M&P program requirements for PWBs.
• Direct flow down program M&P requirements to subcontractors and vendors and verify that those requirements are met.
• 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 4 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. Hands-on experience working in a team environment designing and producing Printed Wiring Boards (PWB) for aerospace and defense hardware.
• Design, plan, and facilitate the fabrication of aerospace hardware utilizing internal BAE Systems SMS facilities and external suppliers.
• Experience in material selection of PWB designs including qualification of materials, PWB finishes and a working knowledge of aerospace and industrial specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate effectively.
• Occasional work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.

A DoW 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

• Hands-on experience with Printed Wiring Assemblies (PWA), Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA) and/or Microelectronics Packaging for aerospace hardware.
• Working knowledge with industry standards, design tools, manufacturing standards and fabrication techniques for Printed Wiring Assemblies (PWA), Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA) and/or Microelectronics Packaging.
• Project management experience working with estimating and developing cost and schedule estimates for new and existing program support.
• Broad knowledge in process development and implementation for metal finish, bonding, coatings, plating, including a working knowledge of aerospace and industry process specifications.
• Working knowledge with Statistical Process Control and statistical analytical methods.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing methods and practices (Kanban method, Kaizen events, etc.)
• Active DoW secret clearance.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914 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.