Mechanical Designer I

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a mechanical designer I to join our established and rapidly expanding Electronic Combat Solutions business area. Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.

The individual selected for this position will be a Mechanical Designer who is a problem solver with diverse technical capabilities and sound design and geometrical tolerance fundamentals to support engineering, design, analysis, product definition and product build process. 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, portion 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 of product definition data (engineering models and drawings)
• Partner with business team members and engineering teams to develop mutually agreeable 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
• Create, maintain and update engineering records and files as appropriate
• Perform ECR’s and ECO’s as required
• Perform other related duties as assigned

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.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
In addition to job function description

• Typically 2 years' experience or an Associate’s Degree in a Design Drafting field
• Familiarity with comprehensive design processes including conceptual development, physical design and support to procurement and manufacturing
• Work within a broader program team, highly capable of communicating across functional boundaries in order to solve problems and achieve common goals.
• Familiar with standard manufacturing practices for the efficient fabrication of mechanical components and assemblies
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Strong understanding of GD&T in accordance with Y14.5 and associated ASME drawing standards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in 3D Solid modeling and in the utilization of related file management systems.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Proficient using CREO Parametric 7.0 and Pro-Intralink/Winchill 11.0
• Skills and experience in Model Based Definition and Model Based Engineering practices.
• Expert with Y14.5 GD&T, Military Standards and ASME drawing Standards
• Experience with change management Product databases
• Ability to provide performance feedback upon request
• Active DoD Security Clearance

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374

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.

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.

Salary : $64,926 - $110,374