Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a lead Electrical Hardware Design Engineer. The individual selected for this position will be a proven leader with diverse technical capabilities and demonstrated hands-on electrical engineering expertise. The individual will contribute to the design, development, integration/test, and production of dynamic IR based electro-optic military systems. The engineer will work with a multi-discipline team to develop complex products including lasers, receivers, sensors, as well as multi-axis beam directors. The individual must be a self-starter with development experience working with integrated military avionics/electronic hardware and supporting test equipment.
The selected candidate will be expected to lead electrical/hardware engineering teams through all phases of the product life cycle from conceptual development and detail design through qualification, manufacturing transition and production support. The engineer will be responsible for developing robust hardware architectures and solutions to meet demanding customer requirements, and will leverage their electrical engineering expertise to lead and/or perform circuit and CCA design and analysis, FPGA/CPLD designs/developments (Xilinx, Lattice), technical trade studies, analog/digital/mixed signal interface design, reverse engineering of legacy designs, component selection, evaluation of technology insertion/upgrades, as well as laboratory test and troubleshooting.Day to day, activities may range from planning work products and managing subcontract developments tosupporting product builds & integration efforts.
With a product focus, the individual is also expected to actively partner with operations personnel to develop solutions that adhere to UPC, DFT, and DFM requirements. Additionally, the engineer will support resolution of technical issues that are discovered during manufacture and test of deliverable hardware. This will include evaluating and troubleshooting LRU and circuit card level issues, assess test faults for root
cause, identify disposition/corrective actions, and evaluate test equipment performance and integrity.
The selected electrical engineer is expected to have applicable experience in the following areas:
Design and development of IR technology hardware and systems (lasers, detection/imaging sensors, etc.)
Design and development of motion systems including motors, encoders, controllers, laser diode drivers, airborne power systems
Design of digital hardware architectures that leverage embedded processors, microcontrollers, and VHDL based FPGAs that provide capability and functionality to a larger system
Digital, Analog and Mixed Signal design and troubleshooting with an excellent working knowledge of common electronic circuits and components
Demonstrated experience in Product/Factory Support of DoD military electronics/avionics equipment
State-of-the-art electrical engineering design tools
Design and manufacturing standards associated with complex multilayer CCAs
Strong hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, equipment, and processes
Working experience with Interface standards including military/avionics communication buses (i.e. RS-485, Mil-Std-1553B, Ethernet)
Technical leadership of electrical / hardware teams in executing engineering development efforts
The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 8 years of experience OR a Master s Degree and 6 years of experience5 years of experience with laser, IR, and other detection and imaging technologies
Established digital hardware architect for complex military/avionic equipment
6-8 years of demonstrated experience in Product development and support of DoD military electronics/avionics equipment
Solid fundamentals of digital/analog/mixed signal electronics and interface/communication standards
Working experience with lasers, receivers, sensors/cameras, and/or related IR technologies
Understanding of complex electronics manufacturing and test methodologies
Experience with state-of-the-art electrical engineering development tools
Demonstrated leadership capabilities in team environment with strong written and verbal communication skills
Motivated self-starter and problem solver with proven experience in leading and supporting diverse multi-disciplinary teams
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Current hands-on experience with Cadence electrical engineering development tools
Experience with XILINX & Lattice FPGA developments and toolsets.
Familiarity with JTAG protocol
Control account management experience
MATLAB/Simulink tool experience
Familiarity with image and signal processing algorithms
Life cycle engineering support related to diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages (DMSMS)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $122870 - $208890
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.
Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer
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