Weapons Systems Test Engineer

Job Description
What's it like to work on a driven team of game changers? Inspiring. At BAE Systems, we value our workforce. We offer a generous salary and benefit package, and we work a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
BAE Systems is seeking a Weapons Systems Test Engineer to work with design and project teams to develop, plan, and perform product evaluations. The products can be developmental, mature / fielded systems, and anything in between.
This is an on-site position with approximately 50% travel to support testing. Technicians and engineers work together in cross-functional teams where they are likely to develop close collegial relationships built on trust and integrity.
As a Test Engineer, you will:

• Plan, coordinate, direct, and evaluate weapons system and explosives testing activities.
• Coordinate test site personnel schedules for Test and Field Support.
• Provide engineering consultation to other technical groups based on test event results.
• Document and monitor testing outcomes and establish steps to remedy problems.
• Participate in customer meetings and reviews.
• Ensure technical outcomes are consistent with established engineering concepts and practices and that customer and company technical, system, performance, and quality requirements are met.
• Meet tight timelines without compromising quality or safety.
• May prepare and/or review engineering drawings and/or specifications pertaining to weapons systems and explosives testing.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and occupational health standards and site requirements.
• Collaborate with technical experts in the propellant and ammunition handling and testing.
• Operate in a highly dynamic team environment.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with customers and effectively communicate with them to resolve intricate technical problems.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2 years related experience.
• May consider candidates who don't meet the above requirements for a more junior role.
• Strong clear verbal and written communication aptitude to prepare technical reports, papers, and presentations and deliver them in written and oral form to customers and senior management.
• Experience delivering assigned tasks with minimal guidance.
• Willingness to accept field assignments and associated travel to test locations.
• Experience successfully interfacing with other internal and external agencies.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Preferred bachelor's degree in mechanical, Materials, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and standards applicable to range, weapons systems, and munition safety.
• Experience with Weapons Systems and Munitions Development and Test support.
• Current Secret Clearance preferred.
• Ammunition and Explosive material experience and accumulated training.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75570 - $128480
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 naval 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.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.