Job Description
What’s it like realizing your potential at an innovative company that takes on some of the world’s most important challenges? Rewarding. As part of our Engineering & Technology unit, you’ll join a diverse 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. With us, you’ll be able to make an impact while you hone your skills and grow in your career.
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to add their skills to our team supporting sustainment efforts for the Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) weapon system. This is an exciting and dynamic job opportunity where you’ll not only work on an important project, but help advance the United States military's global strike deterrent system.
The qualified candidate selected for this role will work closely with the customer, the United States Air Force (USAF), to apply engineering principles and best practices to optimize Weapon System operational service and performance.
In this job, the selected candidate will:
Provide engineering Integration Support between the USAF and the Minuteman III Guidance Subsystem Support Contractor.
Perform professional technical work that requires in-depth knowledge and diversified application of mechanical engineering principles, theories, concepts, practices and techniques.
Identify or evaluate needed or proposed modifications and/or replacements for Weapon System components.
Prepare review packages, present data to both internal and external customers, and provide feedback to improve processes and work to meet engineering objectives.
Support the modernization of Guidance Subsystem support equipment by performing engineering analysis, research, and technical document reviews.
Why BAE Systems? BAE Systems is the third largest defense contractor in the world, with an exceptional, mission-focused culture. We are a uniquely valued mission partner delivering daily technical excellence and innovative solutions to our government customers. BAE Systems has earned accolades as a “Top Workplace” in Utah based on employee feedback for eight consecutive years, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. We work very hard to ensure this is a great place to work!
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Eligible candidates must be able to acquire a U.S. Government Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite; a current clearance is helpful, but not required).
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
College-level courses or similar experience in: Strength of Materials, Mechanical Design, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Stress Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, and Mechanical Vibrations.
Education or experience with inertial navigation systems.
Familiarity or experience with Air Force Systems Engineering processes.
Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, SolidWorks, Ansys, Python, and/or SysML.
Familiarity with military technology and technical data.
Demonstrated technical writing and presentation skills.
Able to work independently, demonstrate strong initiative, and organize daily tasks with minimal supervision.
Strong communication skills (oral and written) as well as the ability to interact with team members, and clients.
Current U.S. Government Secret or Top Secre clearance is a plus.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $59023 - $100339
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.
