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BAE Systems, Inc. · 5 hours ago

Principal Systems Test Engineer

Westminster, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$118K/yr - $201K/yr

6+ years exp

BAE Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications. They are seeking a Principal Systems Test Engineer to lead test engineering tasks throughout the lifecycle of tactical programs, develop and execute qualification tests, and maintain effective working relationships within the organization.

Defense & Space

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead Test Engineer supporting products in Tactical Solutions business area

Perform test engineering tasks throughout the lifecycle of tactical programs or R&D projects

Develop, plan, and execute qualification tests for: low observable conformal and phased array antennas, or electro optical systems

Perform data analyses and develop test reports

Interface with systems engineering on requirements flow down

Develop and execute test plans to meet program deliverables

Support program gates such as the preliminary design review and critical design review

Development and presentation of Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)

Lead the development, test and evaluation of hardware, software, support equipment and systems as required

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

Qualification

Test EngineeringRF Range TestingAdvanced Computer SkillsElectro-Optical SystemsTactical Solutions ExperienceTeam CoordinationProblem ResolutionCommunication

Required

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience

Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of related 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

A security 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

Preferred

RF Range testing experience

Current Secret security clearance

Advanced computer application skills, such as Matlab, C, C++, IDL, STK, DOORS, Python and other analytical tools

Experience executing RF, tactical or electro-optical system programs from concept development and program kick-off through post-delivery support

Experience with Test Engineering planning and execution

Lead Test Engineer experience a plus

Ability to coordinate activities of a dynamic team, predict and meet schedules, resolve disconnects

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to understand the customer's needs and provide clear communication of proposed solutions to both BAE Systems management and the customer