What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reliability IoT/CAM expert position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
BAE Systems is a leading global defense, security, and aerospace company. Our Reliability Group is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our critical assets, including large machining and Robotic weld systems. We are seeking an experienced CAM/Post-Processor Expert to join our team, working directly with Operations, Maintenance, and Strategy to optimize and maintain the technical digital tools of the business.
Job Summary:
As a CAM/Post-Processor Expert, your role is critical in ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our large machining systems. This role requires a thorough knowledge of Siemens NX, post-processors, simulation machine kits, Vericut, probing system, and developer knowledge of various machine tool controllers. You will be the subject matter expert in our technology tools, help our teams learn and utilize them, develop SOW’s for procuring them, validate them, and maintain the delicate environments that our teams use to produce world class defense products. Problem-solving skills and communication will be paramount as you work with different engineering teams and outside vendors to drive excellence in machining. Travel will be apart of this role as you will serve all CMS sites, and deploy as needed to support efforts
Key Responsibilities:
- Ability to make modifications to post processors as new capabilities come online (Laser pre-setters, probing, custom UDE’s for shuttle tables).
- Ability to troubleshoot and refine new post processors and simulations to meet BAE’s internal needs.
- Ability to build training aids and train BAE engineering teams on how to use BAE’s custom CAM and simulation environments.
- Flexibility to deploy to CMS sites for supporting engineering teams when programing or CAM challenges present themselves.
- Ability to deploy to new machine tool factory acceptance testing to prove out and troubleshoot post processors and simulations.
- Define and standardize post processing and simulations.
- Build master BAE tool library and standardize tooling.
- Maintain NX licenses.
- Prepare NX environment for BAE standardization on next NX revision.
- Ability to think strategically to plan effective changes in the organization.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience post processing development and optimization of CNC programs.
- CES (Siemens NX Simulation) experience for machine validation and digital twin workflows.
- Experience in SINMERIK / VNCK simulation (1:1 real machine behavior modeling).
- Teamcenter administration and integration skills.
- CNC probing cycle and in-process inspection strategies and experience.
- A high level of awareness of industrial safety hazards and how to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with manufacturing software partners (Siemens, Renishaw, Vericut).
- Project management experience and skills.
- Experience with large machine tools.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills; capable of communicating summarized accomplishments in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency.
- Good computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Experience with Siemens, Fanuc, and Heidenhain controls.
- Experience working with machine controllers parameters and logic systems.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience with Siemens NX, post building, simulation building, Vericut, probing.
- Technical College Certificate.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486
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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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 : $120,874 - $205,486