About this role
Job Description It’s about the journey. Every second, a plane takes off somewhere in the world, enabled by our flight-critical products. Be part of our journey where you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the industry’s most difficult problems. We Innovate for Those Who Move the World™. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Our BAE Systems team in Fort Wayne is searching for a highly motivated Power Supply Test Engineer for our Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS) business location in Fort Wayne, IN. A trusted provider of commercial aircraft solutions, the CAS business also produces and develops highly reliable, adaptable, and scalable avionics solutions for the leading manufacturers of commercial aircraft and their propulsion systems. As a member of the BAE Systems team, you will have the opportunity to work hands-on with complex electronic controls and solve challenging technical problems that both enhance our products’ performance and matter to our customers.
In this role, the qualified candidate will provide engineering support to product lines within the New Product Development, Engine & Flight Controls, and Aftermarket product centers. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Define, integrate, and maintain hardware test requirements and test performance
- Design, development and maintenance of automated module test systems, including test fixture design and development, test equipment repair and maintenance support; and integration/release of test equipment and test programs to production utilizing established configuration control procedures.
- Provide on-site design engineering guidance and product support to manufacturing and customers (e.g. product investigations/root cause analysis, product performance assessments, and component/circuit level troubleshooting and diagnostics)
- Coordinate with Endicott, NY design facility to address issues impacting yield performance and field reliability
Performance in the role requires frequent engagement with Programs, Operations, and our customer to support product performance, quality, reliability, and delivery issues. Proven technical skills across a broad spectrum of test systems and software platforms are desired.
This role involves a combination of hands-on product/test equipment engagement, collaborative teaming, and independent work. Therefore, a hybrid work format is allowed for flexibility with 3-4 days required to be on-site per week in the Fort Wayne, IN manufacturing facility. Some light travel may be required (<10%).
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, or equivalent with 0-2 years experience.
- Ability to perform analysis and diagnostics down to an electronic component level (e.g. analog, digital, power, and communication) using various laboratory equipment (e.g. power supplies, multimeters, and oscilloscopes)
- General understanding of test equipment design and development.
- Ability to generate, interpret, and implement requirement specifications.
- General understanding of electronics manufacturing process
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn, while collaborating in team enviroment
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Familiarity with the manufacturing and test of high reliability electronic assemblies and their avionics applications
- Experience using complex analytical tools and methods (SPC, 6 Sigma, etc.)
- Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Proficient in use of test equipment instrumentation (power supplies, meters, oscilloscopes, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to integrate a product and test system that meets accuracy, reliability, efficiency, usability, and maintainability criteria.
- Experience programming in various software environments (Basic, UNIX, C++, NI LabVIEW, NI Test Stand, Visual Studio, Python, etc.)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64935 - $110390
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, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.