Principal Test Engineer - Kirtland, AFB
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: February 2, 2025
Job Description:
Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED#LI-NP1Join the Infrared
Radiation Effects Laboratory (IRREL) at BAE Systems, Inc. within
the Space & Mission Systems (SMS) Sector.This role involves
designing, developing, and implementing test methods for
characterizing radiation effects on FPAs for a variety of missions.
As a test engineer, you will help plan and coordinate the labor,
schedule, and hardware necessary for successful testing campaigns
of state-of-the-art electronic devices under radiation
environments. This is a challenging, fast-paced job which will be
exciting and highly gratifying for the successful candidate. 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:
- Tasks will include schematic capture, component placement,
trace routing and documentation, procuring PWB fabrication and
assembly, and verifying the final assembly.
- Review electrical interface requirements for upcoming test
devices and design the PWBs (printed wiring board) for operating in
a cryogenic test Dewar.
- Design and implement thermal/mechanical test fixtures for
mounting test devices in cryogenic test Dewars.
- Lead resolution efforts of hardware anomalies root cause and
corrective action at board, box, and system levels.
- May make continuous improvement suggestions and participate in
initiatives to improve productivity and process efficiency.
- Characterize visible and infrared focal plane arrays in both
benign and radiation environments.
- Support experiments, both locally and at offsite
locations.
- Support a flexible second and/or third shift and weekend shift
schedule to support program test schedules when necessary.
- 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 plus 6 or more years related experience.
- 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.
- Experience with cryogenic test Dewars, vacuum systems, and
related equipment.
- Experience with design, analysis, and layout of PCBs.
- Experience with Schematic capture tools - OrCAD preferred.
- Experience with PSPICE/LTSPICE.
- Experience with Visual Basic 6, Visual Studio, and VHDL
software.
- Ability to work requirements and flow down for
system/subsystem/box/board needs.
- Hands-on experience with laboratory power supplies,
oscilloscopes, function generators, and logic analyzers.
- Exceptional communication skills, solid presentation skills,
and ability to work with internal and external customers.
- Effective in multidisciplinary teamwork environment with broad
responsibilities and minimal oversight.A security 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.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience with Altera FPGAs.
- Experience in signal and power integrity of digital/FPGA
design.
- Knowledge of visible, NIR, SWIR, MWIR, and LWIR detector
characterization is a plus.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range:
$105254 - $178931Please 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
Space & Mission 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 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 the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and
scientific communities. 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.
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