Engineer Senior – Spacecraft Optical Communications - $15K Sign On Bonus

About the role

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit at BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS) is seeking an independent, action-oriented technical lead to support optical communications subsystem design, development, integration, and test throughout the lifecycle of space vehicle (SV) development for major programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop optical communication architectures to satisfy space-to-ground and space-to-space optical communication (Lasercom) needs.
• Establish strong vendor relationships for space qualified end-to-end optical communications (Lasercom) subsystems.
• Travel to vendor locations as needed – e.g. for program milestones or for oversight of critical test events.
• Serve as program subsystem IPT Lead, ensuring that cost, schedule, and technical execution goals are being met.
• Communicate and collaborate with program and systems engineering leadership to accomplish mission objectives for telecommunications subsystems on space vehicles.
• Communicate and collaborate with Contracts, Supply Chain, and other internal teams.
• Report cost, schedule, and technical status to internal and external customers.
• Define, quantify, manage, and report technical risks.
• Manage sub vendor performance to ensure the delivery of conforming hardware to be integrated as a communications subsystem.
• Understand, define, and manage subsystem requirements, vendor test methods and reporting, and document compliance/verification.
• Prepare and manage hardware definition and interfaces.
• Provide and/or review engineering analysis reports. Analysis capability to include link budget calculation and determination of critical parameters to meet requirements.
• Prepare and give presentations to peers, management and customers regarding plans; subsystem design, development, risks, and opportunities; and status against established performance metrics.
• Support commissioning and mission operations as needed.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department and the Strategic Business Units.
• Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• A BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience.
• Current Top Secret/SCI Cl Polygraph security clearance is preferred.
• Experience with electronic and optical modems preferred.
• Experience with networking interfaces and test methods/equipment preferred.
• Experience with lasers and alignment of free-space optical systems preferred.
• Experience in subcontract management preferred.
• Experience with both documents-based systems engineering and MBSE software preferred.
• Space hardware experience.

Benefits

Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
Employee Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; life and accident insurance; an employee assistance program; a legal plan; and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, and other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Recognition programs and incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Pay

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.

Application Instructions

Please apply online at BAE Systems Careers Website. No phone calls please.