Engineer Senior - Electrical - Hardware/Circuit Design

Job Description

As an electrical engineer at BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS), you will lead the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge, high-reliability electronic systems for space applications. If you're a visionary with a passion for innovation and a track record of delivering exceptional results, this is your opportunity to elevate your career and drive technological advancements.

Why Join Us?

• Pioneering Technology: Lead projects that redefine the future of space technology and exploration.

• Strategic Impact: Influence technical direction and drive innovation in a dynamic environment.

• Professional Growth: Access to advanced training, mentorship, and opportunities to expand your leadership and technical skills.

• Collaborative Environment: Work with a talented team of engineers and innovators who share your passion for excellence.

• Recognition and Rewards: Be recognized for your contributions and achievements, with opportunities for career advancement and professional rewards.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You’ll Do:

• Technical Leadership: Spearhead the design and development of complex electronic systems, focusing on system-level and detailed circuit architectures for space-based applications. Your expertise will set the technical direction and ensure the highest standards of performance and reliability.
• Advanced Analysis and Simulation: Lead advanced analyses, including worst-case circuit analysis, parts stress analysis, and signal integrity assessments. Drive the development of simulation models and methodologies that push the boundaries of what's possible.
• Digital and Analog Design Expertise: Architect and implement sophisticated digital and analog designs, leveraging FPGAs, microprocessors, and high-speed communication interfaces. Your designs will be critical to the success of our space-based systems.
• Test and Validation: Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and fixtures for chip and board-level validation. Create reusable circuits and test methodologies that enhance efficiency and reduce risk across multiple projects.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate with and lead cross-functional teams, including parts engineers, layout engineers, and systems engineers. Define requirements, drive technical decisions, and ensure seamless integration of systems.
• Anomaly Resolution and Root Cause Analysis: Lead anomaly debugging, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. Your expertise will be critical in resolving complex technical challenges and ensuring system reliability.
• Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Share your expertise with junior engineers, providing guidance and mentorship to help them grow. Contribute to the development of best practices and technical standards within the team.
• 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 three or more 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 Education, Experience, & Skills

• 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.
• Experience with electronic circuit design, electronic systems, as well as software.
• Hands on experience with lab power supplies, oscilloscopes, function generators, and logic analyzers is required.
• Good communication skills, as well as presentation skills.

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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914

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 Space & Mission 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.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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.