Principal Mechanical Engineer - Development

BAE Systems

Nashua, NH

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$118,095–$200,762 Per Year

SKILLS

3D Modeling, Aerodynamics, Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Computer Firmware, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, DFT (Design for Test), Design Verification, Detail Oriented, Disciplinary Action, DoD Clearance, Documentation, Electricity, Electromagnetism, Electronic Warfare, Electronics Manufacturing, Environmental Design, Environmental Impact, Environmental Regulations, Failure Analysis, Fluid Mechanics and Dynamics, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Hardware Development, Hardware Evaluation, Hardware Quality Assurance, Heat Transfer, High Reliability, Instrumentation, Integration Testing, Laboratory, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, MATLAB, Manufacturing, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Testing, Military, Military/DoD Standards, PTC Creo, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Lifecycle, Prototyping, Quality Assurance Methodology, Reporting Skills, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Sales Management, Security Clearance, Siemens PLM Software NX (fka UGS NX), Solid Modeling, Strength of Materials, Systems Reliability, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Design, Test Equipment, Test Equipment Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Tolerance Analysis, Trade Studies, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Nashua, NH

POSTED

4 days ago

**Job Description** BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Nashua, NH! We Protect Those Who Protect Us is our mission, and we re looking for engineers who share our passion in developing a full range of first-of-its-kind technologies and equipment to protect air, land, and naval warfighters on all fronts. At our Nashua, New Hampshire site, the Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions team provides next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions that provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. If you are an individual who thrives in Agile hardware development environments, then we are interested in hearing from you! This exciting role spans the full product lifecycle - business capture, development, production, testing, sustaining - for a variety of complex defense products and technologies. You will collaborate closely with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware and test engineers, as well as product managers and stakeholders to develop excellent solutions. We are looking for candidates who are detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and have a passion for continuous improvement. You will be responsible for ensuring the performance, quality, and reliability of electronic products through rigorous design, analysis, and testing. In addition, the ideal candidate has experience with, and is a strong advocate of, Agile hardware development, risk-reduction prototyping, and requirements-driven design and verification. Typical duties assigned to this position: + Lead mechanical/aerodynamic engineering designs, development, integration/test, and production of complex and dynamic military systems + Generate 3D solid models, drawings, and documentation utilizing GD&T principles + Perform tolerance analyses to assure fit & function + Perform thermal, structural/stress, and modal/vibration analyses, and/or CFD and 6DOF analyses + Assess designs against environmental requirements + Develop prototypes and conduct test and verification efforts + Partner with other engineering disciplines and operations personnel to develop solutions that adhere to DTUPC, DFT, and DFM requirements + Support resolution of technical issues discovered during manufacture and test of deliverable hardware + Evaluate and troubleshoot mechanical faults and issues, assessing test failures for root cause, identifying disposition/corrective actions + Design test equipment to ensure the performance and integrity of manufactured products + Participate in requirements development, performing technical trade studies, and evaluating technology insertion/upgrades + Develop and execute test plans, which includes the integration of test solutions, and provide detailed reports on test result + Participate in new business capture The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering + 6 years (or 4 years with Master s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering) designing, testing, and troubleshooting high-reliability mechanical systems + Demonstrated understanding of mechanical principles, test methodologies, and the ability to work with advanced test equipment and cutting-edge technology + Strong hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, equipment, and processes + Eligible to obtain a DOD Security Clearance **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Possess an understanding in the application of heat transfer principles, strength of materials, materials selection, design for vibration environments, computational fluid dynamics, and the ability to apply those principles to unique mechanical and aerodynamic design challenges + Experience with mechanical engineering tools for design and analysis, including ANSYS Workbench/Mechanical, PTC Creo, MATLAB/Simulink, Siemens NX, ANSYS Icepak, STAR-CCM + Familiarity with design, analysis, and manufacturing standards associated with complex multilayer rigid and rigid-flex CCAs + Knowledge of engineering development processes for aero/defense industry, including designing and testing to ASTM, SAE, DO, MIL-STD-810 + A self-starter with Agile hardware development experience + Exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness. + Control account management experience + Experience with LRIP / FRP, especially electronics manufacturing and test methodologies + Familiarity with AS9145 compliant processes + Strong written and verbal communication skills + Active DOD security clearance **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762 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. **Principal Mechanical Engineer - Development** **126551BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression

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