Senior Mechanical Designer / Mechanical Drafter

Senior Mechanical Designer

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer for our Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area. At BAE Systems, our team works on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 and F-22 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

Are you willing to learn and collaborate with an expansive team of world class professionals? Are you looking for a flexible work environment including a 9/80 work schedule and competitive benefits? Come join us today and see the opportunities in store for you! From our southern NH campus of facilities, CEMA business area is interested in candidates with a strong desire of obtaining a long and exciting career within the Design Drafting Department here at BAE Systems. CEMA is focused on next-generation threat detection, countermeasure, and attack solutions to provide customers with full-spectrum electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability.

The Senior Designer position we are seeking to fill requires 10+ years of experience in the Mechanical Design Drafting profession, with a minimum 3 years specifically assigned Senior role, to work in the Nashua, New Hampshire area. You will be part of a Design & Drafting Community working with the latest CAD technology and processes who are always forward planning with Industry professionals to define future of CAD capabilities including support of Model Based Engineering via Model Based Definition. You also will advance your technical skills while performing your assigned responsibilities on development projects and supporting our existing product portfolio.

The duties assigned to this position, while under the guidance of Program and Engineering Leadership, include the following:

• Utilize computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools to design components, systems, portion of systems and modify existing designs to develop or improve production.
• Support mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware design efforts from conceptual layouts through detailed design.
• Conduct design trade studies, volume packaging and tolerance analysis
• Plan, execute, develop, release and control product definition data (engineering models and drawings)
• Take ownership of design specifications and ensure they are met on final product.
• Work closely with technicians in the generation and assembly of prototype/engineering hardware and test equipment.
• Work within a broader engineering team, capable of communicating across functional boundaries to solve problems and achieve common goals.
• Create, maintain, and update engineering records and files as appropriate.
• Perform Configuration Change Orders and Change Actions (ECOs) as required.
• Work on SAP/SAR or similar closed programs on-site in secure areas
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Associate degree in engineering sciences field or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years of experience in the Mechanical Design Drafting profession, with a minimum 3 years specifically assigned Senior role
• Familiarity with comprehensive design process including conceptual development, physical design, support to procurement and manufacturing.
• Familiar with standard manufacturing practices for the efficient fabrication of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Strong understanding of GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5
• Good written, verbal, and virtual communication skills.
• Proficient using PTC CREO Parametric and file management systems
• Active DoD Security Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Proficient using PTC CREO Parametric 7.0 or higher and PDMLink (Windchill) 11.0 or higher.
• Proficient with ASME Y14.5-2009 GD&T, Military Standards, ASME Standards.
• Experience with Dassault Systems 3D Experience PLM.
• History of leading small design teams while effectively communicating across program functional teams
• Electro-Mechanical Packaging experience

Pay Information:

Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680 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 Electronic 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.