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Maintenance Technician- 3rd Shift

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/23/2026

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Production/Equipment Technician to join our team. As a key member of our maintenance team, you will be responsible for performing a variety of electrical and mechanical maintenance on machines, collaborate with engineers to improve product and process performance, and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities:
• Perform electrical and mechanical tests on prototype and production circuit boards, units, and systems to determine performance to specifications and identify malfunctions or failures
• Perform maintenance on all electrical and mechanical equipment used in the production process
• Perform general maintenance duties (including electrical) throughout the facility to keep production processes operational
• Collaborate with engineers to correct design and test methods to improve product and process performance
• Maintain accurate records and complete necessary paperwork
• Ensure general clean-up of the work area

Third shift on a 5/40 work schedule

Union Role -
Pay information:
  • Full-Time Hourly rate Range: $34.36
  • $1.00 ph shift differential

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees 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, which may include 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.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • H.S. Diploma or GED
  • Willing to train on troubleshooting equipment
  • Mechanical and Electrical maintenance
  • Communication: Effective communication with team members, engineers, and other stakeholders.
  • Problem-solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues.
  • Time management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and meet deadlines.
  • Teamwork: Willingness to work collaboratively with others to achieve common goals.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, schedules, and work environments.
  • Ability to obtain Secret clearance


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. ASME, electronic certifications, )
Active Security Clearance - Secret

Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees 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, which may include 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.

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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