Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a Component Engineer in its' US Defense Program organization.

In this role, the candidate will perform engineering analyses and evaluation of piece parts procured for use in product design and manufacture, including Space applications. The candidate will also ensure that specified piece parts adequately fulfill engineering and program requirements and provide for control and standardization of parts.

Other responsibilities include:

• Analyzes engineering and program requirements for parts and their application.
• Analyzes requirements to ensure that parts are not over or under specified and maintains consistency with engineering intent.
• Supports part selection activities during design and development.
• Performs part research for other functions and interfaces directly with part suppliers.
• Prepares and revises part procurement specifications for definition and control purposes to facilitate part/material acquisition.
• Supports supplier management and material procurement activities

*Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status*

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.

Required Skills and Education

• BS plus 2 or more years of related engineering experience in electrical and mechanical component knowledge.
• Familiarity with aerospace design and manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of military specifications and standards
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturers products, part selection processes, and specifications.
• Excellent oral and written communications, and familiarity with MS Office applications.

Benefits Information

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.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).