Principal Mechanical Engineer

Job Description
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
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In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions, we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability.
BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer.
At BAE Systems, we deliver 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. If you are an individual that enjoys an Agile hardware development team environment and is interested in a variety of challenges across a variety of high-reliability products, then we are interested in hearing from you!
The individual selected for this position will be a proven leader with diverse technical capabilities and demonstrated "hands-on" mechanical engineering expertise. This role supports new business capture by defining mechanical concepts and architectures, under a quick and agile process, to meet multiple customer requirements, and proposal inputs (cost and technical justification). When not supporting proposal activity, will lead mechanical engineering teams in design, development, integration/test, and production of complex and dynamic military systems as well as provide SME support for design, integration, manufacturing and testing of hardware and subsystems for Electronic Warfare products across the business. The individual must be a self-starter with Agile hardware development experience working with integrated military avionics/electronic hardware and supporting test equipment.
The selected candidate will be expected to execute both individually and in small to large, yet diverse, Agile hardware team environments throughout all phases of the product life cycle. This includes concept development, detail design, qualification, manufacturing transition, and production support. The engineer will be responsible for developing innovative and robust hardware solutions to meet demanding customer requirements and will leverage their mechanical engineering expertise to perform detailed design and analyses. Day to day, activities may include generating 3D solid models, drawings, and documentation utilizing GD&T principles; performing tolerance analyses to assure fit & function; performing thermal, structural/stress, and modal/vibration analyses; assessing designs against environmental requirements; as well as generating prototypes and conducting test and verification efforts.
With a product focus, the individual will actively partner with other engineering disciplines and operations personnel to develop solutions that adhere to DTUPC, DFT, and DFM requirements. Additionally, the engineer will support resolution of technical issues that are discovered during manufacture and test of deliverable hardware. This may include evaluating and troubleshooting mechanical faults and issues, assessing test failures for root cause, identifying disposition/corrective actions, as well as designing test equipment to ensure the performance and integrity of manufactured products.
The selected mechanical engineer is expected to have applicable experience in the following areas:

• Agile hardware development, risk-reduction prototyping, and requirements-driven design and verification
• Knowledge of engineering development processes for aero/defense industry
• The candidate should possess an understanding in the application of heat transfer principles, strength of materials, materials selection, design for vibration environments and the ability to apply those principles to unique mechanical design challenges.
• Design, development, analysis and testing of electromechanical architectures, hardware and systems
• Demonstrated experience in Product/Factory Support of DoD military electronics/avionics equipment
• State-of-the-art mechanical engineering design/analysis and development tools
• Familiarity with design, analysis and manufacturing standards associated with complex multilayer rigid and rigid-flex CCAs
• Strong "hands-on" laboratory experience with instrumentation, equipment, and processes
• MIL specs & standards, industry standards including ASTM, SAE, DO
• Engineering documentation and presentations
• Technical leadership of mechanical / hardware teams in executing engineering development efforts

The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.
*Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship*
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ OR a Master's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience in the aero/defense industry
• Active (Eligible for) DOD Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED
• 8+ years of demonstrated experience in hardware architecting, product development and support of complex DoD military electronics/avionics equipment
• Proven technical leadership with mechanical projects from design through successful test
• Solid fundamentals of mechanical design, analysis, and documentation principles
• Experience with state-of-the-art mechanical engineering development software tools
• Understanding of complex hardware manufacturing and test methodologies
• Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability, with proven ability to research and apply mechanical engineering principles and theories to solve mechanical engineering problems.
• Demonstrated experience with Agile hardware development, risk-reduction prototyping, and requirements-driven design and verification
• Knowledge of engineering development processes for aero/defense industry
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in multi-disciplinary team environment with strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting technical information to program teams and/or customers.
• Motivated self-starter with ability to effectively work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner, within allocated budget, and lead others to closure - Own the Design

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active (Eligible for) DOD Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED
• Demonstrated design success - meet difficult design requirements
• ANSYS Workbench/Mechanical, PTC Creo, MATLAB/Simulink, Siemens NX, ANSYS Icepak
• Knowledge of MIL specs & standards, industry standards including ASTM, SAE, DO
• Knowledge/experience with manufacturing, production, and sustainment of mechanical systems and hardware
• Experience in the design/development of complex mechanical systems and hardware
• Experience in the design and manufacture of electronic circuit card assemblies
• Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) principles

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $112420 - $191070
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.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.