Engineering Assistant V

Job Description
Do you want to contribute to bringing Americas warfighters home safely? Do you want to be a part of a cause greater than yourself? Join the Manufacturing team at our state-of-the-art Huntsville facility, supporting the development and production of critical EW systems for the warfighter. The Engineering Assistant role includes a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to the following:

This is a first shift position working a 4/10(Monday-Thursday) schedule OR a 9/80 with every other Friday off.

Key Responsibilities:

• Testing & Maintenance: Operate, calibrate, and diagnose electronic components and systems using schematics, engineering drawings, and technical instructions.
• ESS Operations: Set up, profile, and operate Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) equipment, managing the interface between hardware and software.
• Technical Analysis: Perform complex fault isolation and apply non-standard test techniques to resolve intricate system issues.
• Engineering Support: Provide technical guidance to engineers on prototype development, modify test equipment to meet customer requirements, and conduct root-cause evaluations for corrective action.
• Documentation: Develop operational procedures, recommend method improvements, and prepare detailed technical reports.

This nature of this position requires the individual to be 100% on-site.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School Diploma
• Secret Clearance
• 5+ years work experience in Manufacturing or Operations
• Proven experience operating Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) equipment
• Strong proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment (e.g., radar, communication, microwave, or telemetry)
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and schematics
• Strong communication skills and the ability to balance production schedules with engineering priorities
• Commitment to adhering to company policies and quality standards

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Familiar with thermal chamber operations and maintenance
• Lean Immersion or Six Sigma certification
• Experience with Continuous Improvement

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $69089 - $110543

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 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. 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.