Component Engineer II

Job Description At BAE Systems, we're driven by a clear vision to be the premier international defense, aerospace, and security company. Our mission is to provide a vital advantage to help our customers protect what really matters. Guided by our core values of being trusted , innovative , and bold , we're committed to developing world-class technologies and equipment that safeguard air, land, and naval warfighters on all fronts.

As 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 newly constructed facility in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Here, you'll play a critical role in supporting Military GPS Products.
At BAE Systems, we pride ourselves on being a company that "Protects Those Who Protect Us®". If you're passionate about innovation, driven by a desire to make a difference, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you. Our flexible work environment allows you to change the world without sacrificing your personal life. Join us and become part of a team that's shaping the future of defense, aerospace, and security. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we’re more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.

The Role: In this role, you will:

• Be responsible for creating and maintaining component data
• Work with a variety of components and materials used in GPS Products
• 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 Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must have a degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline and 2+ years of direct related experience
• Knowledge of components used in the Electronics Industry
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work on a cross-functional team
• US Citizen

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 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)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655

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 Electronic Systems 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 it’s 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 team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.