BAE Systems

Eng Sr - Sys

BAE Systems$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or related technical field with 4+ years of experience.
  • Higher-level degrees can substitute for years of experience.
  • TS/SCI Polygraph security clearance is mandatory.
  • Strong communication skills for understanding team needs and proposing solutions.
  • Ability to manage multiple dynamic problems simultaneously.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement calibration solutions for RF payload performance.
  • Evaluate RF payload performance and create related calibration approaches.
  • Develop expertise in RF sensing missions and payload calibration techniques.
  • Learn integrated calibration and bias correction methods under guidance.
  • Support execution of payload technology and mission-level opportunities.
  • Create and manage calibration models and error budgets.
  • Collaborate with various engineering disciplines on calibration tasks.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuous learning and career development.
  • Exposure to high-impact technologies and innovative projects.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment across disciplines.
  • Work that directly contributes to national security missions.
Full Job Description
Job Description

What You'll Do:
  • Develop and implement the calibration solutions necessary to achieve required RF payload performance.
  • Evaluate RF payload performance requirements and generate calibration approaches to enable the related design, build, test, verification, and validation activities.
  • Develop and utilize expertise in RF sensing missions, payload design, component hardware technologies, calibration techniques, and uncertainty analysis.
  • Under direction of a lead, learn RF payload calibration approaches including integrated calibration sources, roll-ups of lower-level test data, bias correction, and in-situ calibration techniques.
  • Support activities surrounding pursuit and execution of pathfinder, payload technology and mission-level opportunities within the RF sensing mission area.
  • Create and manage physics-based calibration models, error budgets, and bias corrections.
  • Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (systems, mechanical, electrical, software, test, etc.) to execute calibration tasks.
  • Interface with and support the program's calibration lead, chief engineer, and chief system engineer.
  • Prepare and give presentations to peers, management and customers.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
  • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
  • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.


Required Skills and Education

  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience.
  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • A current, active TS/SCI Polygraph security clearance is required.
  • Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to understand the team's needs, ask insightful questions, and provide clear communication of proposed solutions.
  • Flexibility and capacity to work on multiple dynamic problems simultaneously
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Preferred Skills and Education

  • Familiarity in remote sensing missions, payload design, component hardware technologies, calibration sources, calibration techniques, and uncertainty analysis.
  • Experience in data analysis and algorithm development.
  • Familiarity in computer application skills, such as Python, Matlab, CAMEO, DOORS, and other analytical tools.
  • Experience in antenna design and/or measurements in RF ranges.


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.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
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