Job DescriptionAs part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. From powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F35 fighter jet, our employees are behind some of the world's most advanced electronics. We're now seeking an Engineer to join our Component Engineering Team at our facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Here, you'll play a critical role in supporting Military Airborne Tactical Radios Products.
In this role, you will:- Be responsible for creating and maintaining component data
- Work with a variety of components and materials used in military airborne tactical radios
- Provide technical leadership to Design Engineers, Purchasing, Quality & Program Managers to resolve component issues regarding obsolescence, technical changes, part shortages or failures
- Perform BOM Analysis on new designs
- Provide technical support in the resolution of complex commodity issues in a design and manufacturing environment
- Create and update documentation needed to support Program requirements
Who you are:- You possess good organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments
- You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills (Customers, Peers, Management and Suppliers)
- You're willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job done
- You are always looking for ways to do things better and faster
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Required Skills and Education- Must have a degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline and 4+ years of direct related experience (additional experience can reduce or negate the requirement for a degree)
- Knowledge of components used in the Electronics Industry
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work on a cross-functional team
- US Citizen
Preferred Skills and Education- Candidates with Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
- Past experience as a Component or Application Engineer
- Experience with creating part specifications
- Familiar with industry standards (IPC, ASTM, JEDEC)
Benefits InformationEmployee 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).
