Designs and develops mechanical and electromechanical components and assemblies for C4ISR systems using advanced CAD tools. Performs packaging, tolerance analysis, design trade studies, product definition, configuration control, and prototype support. Leads and delegates work to designers, drafters, and checkers while coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and technicians. Maintains engineering records and supports production release and change actions.
Job Description
See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too.
In Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems, you'll help develop systems that sense, control, exploit and disseminate actionable information to warfighters supporting a variety of missions.
We are seeking a Senior Design Specialist to join our C4ISR team.
As the Senior Designer, you will be part of a Design & Drafting Community working with the latest CAD technology and processes who are always forward planning with Industry professionals to define future of CAD capabilities including support of Model Based Engineering via Model Based Definition. You also will advance your technical skills while performing your assigned responsibilities on development projects and supporting our existing product portfolio.
The individual selected for this position will be an experienced Mechanical Designer who is a problem solver with diverse technical capabilities and sound design and geometric tolerance fundamentals to support engineering, design, analysis, product definition and product build process. Must also be able to delegate tasks to Designers, Drafters and Checkers from conceptual to production release. The duties assigned to this position, while under the guidance of Program and Engineering Leadership, include the following:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $105827 - $179906
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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
See what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too.
In Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems, you'll help develop systems that sense, control, exploit and disseminate actionable information to warfighters supporting a variety of missions.
We are seeking a Senior Design Specialist to join our C4ISR team.
As the Senior Designer, you will be part of a Design & Drafting Community working with the latest CAD technology and processes who are always forward planning with Industry professionals to define future of CAD capabilities including support of Model Based Engineering via Model Based Definition. You also will advance your technical skills while performing your assigned responsibilities on development projects and supporting our existing product portfolio.
The individual selected for this position will be an experienced Mechanical Designer who is a problem solver with diverse technical capabilities and sound design and geometric tolerance fundamentals to support engineering, design, analysis, product definition and product build process. Must also be able to delegate tasks to Designers, Drafters and Checkers from conceptual to production release. The duties assigned to this position, while under the guidance of Program and Engineering Leadership, include the following:
- Utilize computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools to design components, systems, portions of systems and modify existing designs to develop or improve production.
- Support mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware design efforts from conceptual layouts through detailed design.
- Conduct design trade studies, volume packaging and tolerance analysis
- Plan, execute, develop, release and control product definition data (engineering models and drawings)
- Take ownership of design specifications and ensure they are met on final product.
- Work closely with technicians in the generation and assembly of prototype/engineering hardware and test equipment.
- Work within a broader engineering team, capable of communicating across functional boundaries to solve problems and achieve common goals.
- Create, maintain, and update engineering records and files as appropriate.
- Perform Configuration Change Orders and Change Actions (COs) as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Associates degree in engineering sciences field or equivalent work experience
- 10+ years of experience in the Mechanical Design Drafting profession, with a minimum of 3 years specifically assigned a Senior role
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
- Familiarity with comprehensive design process including conceptual development, physical design, support to procurement and manufacturing.
- Familiar with standard manufacturing practices for the efficient fabrication of mechanical components and assemblies.
- Strong understanding of GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5 2009 or higher
- Proficient using PTC CREO Parametric and file management systems
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Proficient using PTC CREO Parametric 10 or higher and PDMLink (Windchill) 12.0 or higher.
- Proficient with ASME Y14.5-2018 GD&T, Military Standards, ASME Standards.
- Experience with Dassault Systems 3D Experience PLM.
- History of leading small design teams while effectively communicating across program functional teams
- Electro-Mechanical Packaging experience
- Advanced CAD modeling skills
- Large CAD assembly modeling skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $105827 - $179906
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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
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