Production Support Mechanical Engineer/IPT Lead

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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.
The Role
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. In this role, you will drive the success of advanced product lines, working closely with an elite team to support cutting-edge hardware fielded on the most advanced military platforms in the world.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day activities will vary and include high-level technical leadership and execution, specifically:
- Program Leadership: Serve as the Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead coordinating cross-functional efforts to ensure seamless integration and delivery.
- Specialized Technical Oversight: Act as the Lead Mechanical Engineering (ME) support for RF modules and Microwave systems, providing subject matter expertise to resolve complex technical challenges.
- Portfolio Support: Provide expert ME support across the full spectrum of F-35 Production and Sustainment programs, ensuring operational excellence across all product families.
- Issue Resolution: Lead and peer-review the resolution of mechanical product defects, implementing robust corrective actions to maintain mission readiness.
- Operational Excellence: Drive strategic improvements in product yield and affordability to optimize production efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality products that directly support the War Fighter.
If you are looking to be immersed in a myriad of new technical challenges, this role is for you!
Our Culture
At BAE Systems, we thrive in a diverse and dynamic team-oriented environment built on 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
- Mechanical Engineering degree and 8+ years’ experience
- Ability to research and apply mechanical engineering principles and theories to solve complex mechanical engineering problems.
- Experience taking products through the design process and leading the 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.
- Experience with complex machining and piece part manufacturing for aerospace.
- 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
- Develop and maintain effective relationships with peers, suppliers, and customers to resolve technical problems and implement solutions.
- 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 in Magazines and Dispensers
- Experience in RF modules

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.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems 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.