Principal Test Equipment Engineer Job Listing at BAE Systems in Fort Wayne, IN (Job ID 100270BR)

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Job Description
It's about the journey. Whether it's a bus ride or flight, our commercial electronic systems help transport millions of passengers every day. Every second a plane takes off somewhere in the world, enabled by our flight-critical products. Be part of our journey at Electronic Systems where you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World™.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is seeking a Test Equipment Engineer (TEE) for our Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS) business location in Fort Wayne, IN. Being a trusted provider of aerospace solutions, the CAS business develops, produces, and services advanced and highly reliable electronic controls for the leading manufacturers of commercial and military aircraft including their flight and propulsion systems. As a member of BAE Systems' team, you will have the opportunity to work hands-on with complex electronic controls and solve challenging technical problems that both enhance our products performance and matter to our customers.

In this Test Equipment Engineer role, the qualified candidate will support electronic controls test equipment within the Fort Wayne factory and other BAE Systems sites worldwide. You will make impacts in the following ways:

• Hands-on implementation of hardware test requirements with in-house and/or third part automated test solutions.
• Initiating continuous improvement of our electronic controls in response to test performance and yields.
• Design, integration, maintenance, and configuration management of automated test hardware and software.
• Supporting repair and maintenance for equipment installed at BAE Systems locations around the world.
• Liaising with Design Engineering in Endicott, New York to execute test solutions for new products.

Performance accountability is provided through Program Management, Engineering leadership, and Operations to ensure test solutions meet the required coverage, reliability, efficiency, usability, and maintainability needs of the organization. Willing to train applicants with applicable background.

This role involves a combination of hands-on product/test equipment engagement, collaborative teaming, and independent work. Therefore, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite in the Fort Wayne, IN manufacturing facility and remotely. Some light travel may be required (<10%).

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and 7+ years of relevant and professional experience
• Electronics troubleshooting and instrument familiarity (analog, digital, power, communications).
• Demonstrated proficiency in problem solving and critical thinking.
• Experience with electronics test equipment design and integration.
• Ability to interpret and implement electronic hardware test requirements.
• Ability to read, edit, and integrate software.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively multitask and manage priorities.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience automating test instrumentation for both test and fault diagnosis.
• Ability to program in various software environments (ex. Basic, UNIX, C++, NI LabVIEW, NI Test Stand, Visual Studio, Python, etc.)
• Familiarity with hardware design certification standards and testing requirements.
• Experience working in a high-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with statistical process control techniques and analytical tools (ex. 6 Sigma).
• Ability to propose, quote, and execute test equipment project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $89280 - $151740

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 Electronic Systems is the global innovator behind 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.

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