Combat Systems Integration Jr Engineer

Job Description

BAE Systems is looking for a dynamic, self-motivated junior engineer to join our NATO Seasparrow Project Office (NSPO) team in Arlington, VA. This exciting international program includes 12 member nations, including the US. The selected candidate will provide engineering, and programmatic support with a focus on Fleet Support and Combat Systems Integration. The position responsibilities include-

• Provide programmatic support on the development/maintenance of Evolved SEASPARROW Missile (ESSM) Block 2 Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Interface Design Documents (IDDs), and Interface Design Specifications (IDSs).

• Provide Configuration and Data Management (CM/DM) support for externally produced interface documentation and coordinate completion/delivery with external stakeholders including combat system, launching system, missile canister, and radar system design agents.
• Provide general engineering and programmatic support for variety of missile integration related Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Action (RFAs).
• Review technical documents, write technical letters, and prepare technical presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Draft, review, and present Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) to the Configuration Control Board (CCB) as required.
• Support and coordinate interface Working Groups (WGs) and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) between engineering teams at various contractor and government organizations.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

The successful candidate must have:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Systems, industrial, electrical, and/or RF engineering), Mathematics, Physics, or other technical field.
• Basic engineering knowledge about software implementation and RF systems in order to understand complex topics of discussion
• Knowledge in development and maintenance of interface specifications between combat systems and weapons
• Knowledge in requirements development, validation, and verification
• Strong oral and written communication skills (Requires a lot of discussion virtually with people all over the world). Ability to work with multiple customers and balance multiple priorities
• Ability to travel internationally as required by the customer
• Current Secret (or higher) US government security clearance
• Experience working in a classified environment including printing, transporting, storing, and/or distributing classified material.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, SharePoint, and other collaborative tools such as Teams, Power BI, etc.
• Experience working in an office setting (Basic understanding of Email systems etc.)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience working naval combat system integration
• Knowledge of Aegis combat system
• Knowledge of Ship Self Defense System (SSDS)
• Knowledge of weapons RF links and protocols

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374

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.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but its what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, youll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), 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 dofrom 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.

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.