Project Engineer Associate – Ground Support Equipment (GSE) – 15K Sign on Bonus
About the role
We're seeking an action-oriented project engineer with intellectual curiosity who is excited to utilize their potential within the System Test Team in support of testing space flight hardware.
Responsibilities
- Develop baseline cost estimates and schedules; actively manage performance, provide updates to forecasts, explain variances, and support the team to meet all cost and schedule commitments specifically within the Ground Support Equipment (GSE) domain.
- Manage or support team performance to meet technical requirements by guiding technical discussions, promoting collaboration, and making risk-based decisions.
- Proactively identify, communicate, and mitigate risks and opportunities throughout the GSE lifecycle.
- Manage software and hardware updates for all program GSE to ensure equipment remains serviceable and compliant with safety, security and ITS requirements.
- Support the procurement of strategic spare GSE hardware to mitigate risks of failure during testing execution and manage proactive hardware replacements.
- Collaborate with production and AI&T teams to ensure all Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) and Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) are mission-ready, including reviewing/inspecting equipment prior to use for testing.
- Facilitate the proof loading, certification, and calibration of all GSE prior to use.
- Partner with program IA to secure approvals for all hardware and software used in sensitive areas.
- Develop and establish Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for the ingress and egress of hardware requiring calibration or external use from sensitive areas.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, Strategic Business Units (SBU), Strategic Capabilities Units (SCU), and the Company to foster a positive and productive work environment.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- 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.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience.
- Current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
- Proven experience managing technical projects (electrical or mechanical) from conception to completion.
- Solid understanding of program lifecycles and test processes (defining strategies, plans, and procedures).
- Experience or knowledge of Ground Support Equipment (GSE), including test racks and mechanical fixtures.
- Foundational awareness of Information Assurance (IA) processes.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
- Able to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
- A high attention to detail with the ability to manage complex, ambitious projects.
- Willingness to learn new functional areas as required, including IA, Supply Chain, Security, ITS, and GSE maintenance.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Space or military experience is highly desired.
Pay Information
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.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Legal plan.
- Other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
- Recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
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.