Test Engineering Assistant C4ISR - Wayne NJ

About the role

BAE Systems is looking for Test Engineering Assistants to work as part of a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to integrate, debug, and test sophisticated, next generation radio communication systems. We are seeking Test Engineering Assistants to integrate and test the full capabilities of the world’s most advanced communication systems for the United States military and international customers. BAE Systems seeks all levels of experience and will mentor more junior test engineering assistants and provide more challenging assignments to our most senior test engineering assistants.

Responsibilities

• Support Radio system integration efforts including setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of hardware components, software loads, RF subsystems, cables, harnesses, and test fixtures.
• Execute detailed engineering test procedures to evaluate system functionality, RF performance, subsystem interoperability, and mission-specific behaviors.
• Operate and maintain a wide range of electronic and RF test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and digital acquisition tools.
• Collect, validate, and organize technical data; assist engineers with evaluating results, identifying anomalies, and maintaining test traceability.
• Perform system-level troubleshooting and assist with fault isolation and root-cause analyses for hardware, software, and RF-related issues.
• Maintain lab readiness by tracking equipment inventory, coordinating calibrations, documenting configuration changes, and supporting adherence to lab processes.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, security, and documentation requirements.
• Create and maintain test logs, configuration records, setup diagrams, and work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support verification, validation, and acceptance test activities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma plus 4 years of related experience.
• Experience testing and troubleshooting systems, modules, and/or sub-assemblies.
• Strong understanding of basic electronics and ability to work with common test equipment.
• Ability to read and follow engineering procedures, wiring diagrams, and system configuration instructions.
• Must currently possess active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology or related technical field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Experience working with RF systems, military electronics, or Electronic Warfare subsystems.
• Familiarity with system integration labs, hardware-in-the-loop environments, or structured engineering test processes.
• Exposure to basic scripting or data processing tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB) is a plus.

Benefits

• 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
• Flexible work environment.

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $72,019 - $115,230