Engineer I - Materials & Process Development Labs

Job Description
We believe a career should be filled with innovation, technical challenges, and hands-on involvement supporting next-generation technologies. That is what you will find in the Materials and Process Engineering organization; using state-of-the-art capabilities to solve tomorrow’s problems. As part of our team, you will work alongside a group of engineers and laboratory professionals. We desire a high-energy, entry level technical professional to join our Materials and Engineering Development Labs team.

The successful candidate will have excellent laboratory skills, demonstrated communication and presentation skills, be eager to expand their technical breadth and knowledge, have a demonstrated track record of both individual achievement and collaborative success. You will operate across multiple laboratories and production environments, balancing specific technical assignments with flexibility to support various teams where needed.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You’ll Do:

- Chemical Laboratory - perform, support, analyze, document, a variety of activities, including, but not limited to, sampling hardware, sample prep, analysis, interpretation of results, and reporting for AA, FTIR, GCMS, titrations, method development; onboard new equipment/instrumentation, reducing to practice and validating process; maintain/repair equipment
- Physical Properties Laboratory - perform, support, analyze, method/process development, document, a variety of activities including, but not limited to, sampling, sample prep, cross sectioning, metallurgical analysis, microscopic examination, reporting for SEM-EDS, XRF, TGA, DSC, TMA, DMA, LFA, HFM, mechanical properties; onboard new equipment/instrumentation, reducing to practice and validating process; maintain/repair equipment
- Additive Manufacturing Laboratory - support, perform, develop, document processes and production of tooling and deliverable hardware, including polymeric, resin, metal, and ceramic materials
- Process Development Laboratory - perform, support, and document process in vacuum, temperature/humidity, and autoclave environments for development and production support of aerospace products; assisting in support of production control, process improvement, onboarding new equipment
- Electrical Process Laboratory – support, analyze, perform electrical tests to isolate defects in electrical components, evaluate materials and items used in Electrostatic Protection Areas; support and assist in evaluating and setting up Electrical Protection Areas; utilize various tools common for the evaluation of electrical components and hand tools common to the work environment
- Documentation – assist with formal documentation of process, procedures, material specifications, analytical results, and other needs within the Materials and Process Engineering organization; engage in regular reading and technical writing to review, update, and maintain legacy documents and operational processes. Documentation may be in the form of formal written or presentation format.
- Investigation Support – test, analyze, assist in evaluation of new materials for use in aerospace applications, support failure analysis (physical, chemical, and electrical) utilizing various technologies, offer data-based root cause determination, and provide effective resolution to such investigations
- Computer Skills – program test equipment and data acquisition in various formats, develop and maintain Microsoft based databases with frequent development of macros
- Daily work effort in support of existing test procedures and development of new test protocols.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

- Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
- May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
- May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills and presentation skills, including the ability to perform regular reading and writing to update technical documents and processes;
- Solid mathematic skills.
- Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following: AA, wet chemistry, titration, FTIR, GCMS, XRF, DSC, TGA, TMA, LFA, HFM, microscopes, and SEM-EDS.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities
- Demonstrated experience safely using chemicals common to chemical laboratories, including but not limited to reagents, solvents, acids, alkalis, and other chemicals common to a chemical laboratory
- Ability to successfully obtain security clearance as necessary to fulfill duties of the position
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A DoW Interim Secret clearance will be required to start work and required to be maintained to continue work. Higher level clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

As this position requires operating a company vehicle, an offer and subsequent employment are contingent upon possessing and maintaining a valid US driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record review.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Effective demonstrated creativity in failure investigations, material usage, is preferred.
- Demonstrated method/process development experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with multiple analytical techniques, laboratory procedures, is preferred.
- Experience writing formal reports, procedures, processes, and presentations, is preferred.
- Experience delivering formal presentations of data, results, conclusions, opinions, etc., is preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374

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 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 it’s 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 team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.