Mechanical Engineer

Job Description
What’s it like working for an innovative company that takes on some of the world’s most important challenges? Rewarding. Our reputation is built on delivering quality products that meet our customer's standards and help protect our U.S. service members. We rely on our team of Engineers to help make it possible. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think Platforms & Services sector under BAE Systems, Inc. does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. Learn more about Platforms & Services here!

This is an engineering support in production position for our programs that will be 100% onsite, for the first year, in our Louisville Kentucky facility. During this time, you will gain an accelerated understanding of manufacturing, operations, and engineering expectations in a volume-based production environment. At the conclusion of your first year, you will transfer to either our Sterling Heights or Minneapolis facilities and transition into one of our design engineering teams.
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will gain:

• Experience: You worked hard for your degree and now it is it is time to put it to good use. Our engineers hone their design, development, and analytical skills to solve a variety of technical challenges on a breadth of program experiences: armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and precision guided munitions just to name a few.
• Diversity: Having a workplace that reflects the talent in our communities and enables everyone to thrive is essential to our ability to innovate and succeed. We foster a workplace culture where all employees feel valued and respected, and can contribute their full potential.
• Flexibility: BAE Systems is committed to work life balance. Employees work a 9/80 hybrid office schedule with flexibility to work from home while having every other Friday off.
• Education: Lifelong learning is critical to both your personal growth and that of BAE Systems as a trusted, innovative, and bold organization. That’s why we offer a robust tuition reimbursement program, so you can pursue advanced education to help further your career.
• Personal growth: At BAE Systems you will work along-side experienced professionals who are ready to help you advance your career and support your development through diverse and challenging experiences.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field.

• Demonstrated collaboration and leadership abilities in academic and non-academic pursuits.

• Communicates effectively and actively listens.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Minimum GPA: 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software applications
• Understanding of 3D CAD software
• Internship/Co-Op or project experience in a related field.
• Deals comfortably with uncertainty or change in a dynamic environment.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $59023 - $100339

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 Platforms & Services
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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Salary : $59,023 - $100,339