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Job Description See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless. Given our continued growth, we have immediate roles available for an experienced and highly motivated Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Transition to Production, and Product Support team for one of our product families. In this role, you will have a chance to grow your skills as you support the continued production of one of our advanced product lines. You will have the opportunity to work closely with a great team to support cutting-edge hardware fielded on the most advanced Military Platforms. Activities day to day will vary and may include: * Working on the Mechanical Engineering team to support various products in the product line * Independently perform mechanical engineering duties such as drawing reviews, tolerance analyses, and other mechanical analysis. * Driving product yield and affordability improvements * Supporting transition to production of new products * Working in partnership with a cross functional team to ensure on time deliveries of quality products to support the War Fighter. If you are looking to be immersed in a myriad of new technical challenges, this role is for you! At BAE Systems, we thrive in a diverse and dynamic team oriented environment with principles of respect and trust. Our engineers interact with colleagues and peers of various disciplines and backgrounds to arrive at innovative solutions to problems. We encourage collaboration and foster an environment of knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Take the first step towards achieving your career goals with us and apply today! Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering degree and 4+ years’ experience, or equivalent experience • Ability to research and apply mechanical engineering principles and theories to solve complex mechanical engineering problems • Ability to support products through the design process through transition to production • Ability to multi-task and utilize resources on your team to solve issues in a dynamic environment • Experience working in a manufacturing environment • Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to effectively work in a team environment • Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability • Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner and lead others to closure - Own the Design • Experience presenting technical information to program teams and/or customers Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Active Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED * Experience in packaging of electronics * Experience working with RF systems 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, 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.

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Must-haves

Activities day to day will vary and may include:
Working on the Mechanical Engineering team to support various products in the product line
Independently perform mechanical engineering duties such as drawing reviews, tolerance analyses, and other mechanical analysis.
Driving product yield and affordability improvements
Supporting transition to production of new products
Working in partnership with a cross functional team to ensure on time deliveries of quality products to support the War Fighter.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering degree and 4+ years’ experience, or equivalent experience
Ability to research and apply mechanical engineering principles and theories to solve complex mechanical engineering problems
Ability to support products through the design process through transition to production
Ability to multi-task and utilize resources on your team to solve issues in a dynamic environment
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to effectively work in a team environment
Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability
Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner and lead others to closure - Own the Design
Experience presenting technical information to program teams and/or customers
Experience in packaging of electronics
Experience working with RF systems
Pay Information
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.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Active Secret Clearance HIGHLY PREFERRED

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