Electrical Principle Test Engineer

Company: BAE Systems plc
Location: Rockville
Posted on: September 13, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description

BAE Systems is currently searching for a mid-level engineer with relevant experience working on the Trident II D5 Strategic Weapon System (SWS) test program, specifically integration testing of SWS subsystems.

Interested candidates should demonstrate familiarity with system integration, test and evaluation methodologies, and the ability to communicate moderate to complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. The candidate will be expected to apply knowledge of and experience with requirements definition and test engineering principles, as well as have the ability to develop system level test plans and procedures, develop and analyze system/subsystem designs, and evaluate technical reports. Typical test engineering tasks include the following :

Developing requirements, test plans and evaluation techniques for new emerging test programs

Developing and reviewing documentation to support program needs

Establishing requirements traceability and writing test procedures for new test related initiatives

Supporting development of data collection and analysis strategies and associated tools

Providing on-site test support during test program execution

Participating in data collection and analysis

Preparing test analysis reports

Tracking and resolving problems found during testing

Participating in process development and process reengineering initiatives

Participating in research and investigations as well as special studies

Lead teams and working groups

The candidate will be expected to work independently, take responsibility and have the aptitude to provide insight to system level problems and to proposed solutions. The selected individual must possess the ability to present technical problems and status to the customer, have a positive attitude and be able to effectively multitask in a fast paced work environment.

Required Skills and Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or other related science and at least two (6) years related work experience

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Understanding of basic Electrical Engineering principles

Demonstrated experience in Test and Evaluation methodologies including test planning, execution, and reporting

Experience in research, problem solving, and analysis

Demonstrated experience presenting technical information

Able to work well as a member of a team or independently

Demonstrated time management, task tracking, organizational skills, and ability to read, understand, and follow requirements

Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills

Proficient with MS Office Suite

Ability and willingness to travel

Preferred Skills and Education

Master's degree in applicable field of engineering or science and at least four (4) years of related work experience

Active DoD security clearance

Experience with Systems Engineering principles including requirements development, allocation, and analysis

Experience in test procedure development

Experience with Navy weapons systems, Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), or NAVSEA

Knowledge of EMI/EMC and MIL-STD-461 testing

Knowledge of Simulation Modeling and Analysis

Knowledge of Reliability Calculations (e.g. - FMEA) and Electrical Fault Isolation

Experience in Statistics & Probability; Signal Processing and Kalman Filtering; and Control Theory

Retired navy professional with Program Office Test and Evaluation experience. Prior Weapons Officer, Assistant Weapons Officer, or Weapons Department Chief experience

Detailed engineering knowledge of one or more of the Trident II D5 Subsystems

Experience working within the SSP Test Program

Field site experience supporting the SSBN Test Program

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems Intelligence & Security, based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. That's BAE Systems. That's Inspired Work. Equal Opportunity Employer/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Gender Expression. To see Inspired Work in action, visit www.baesystems.com and follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/baesystemsintel.

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