Test Design Engineer I

Job Description
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 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. And you can, too.
Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. 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.

Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.

Thank you for your interest in BAE Systems! We are in search of entry-level engineers into the Integrated Test Engineering group where our focus is on designing test equipment for our wide range of the world’s most advanced electronics. Our products range from detecting threats for F-35 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. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. 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. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.

Job Description:
Are you an entry-level engineer with an Electrical, Computer, Software or Mechanical Engineering degree? Do you want to design and develop test solutions and/or write test software that is mission critical and be a part of a greater cause? Then, help us protect those that protect us by developing the next generation products and test solutions. We need your talent, motivation, and vision to join our New Hampshire based team. We have multiple positions in Southern New Hampshire (our locations include Nashua, Hudson, Merrimack and Manchester).

When you become a member of our team, you will work across multiple disciplines and collaborate with Systems, Hardware, Software and Test Engineers to impact all phases of the Product Development Lifecycle. At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. Our company is part of the community, and driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

Hybrid Working Environment:
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform work onsite, some roles may be (mostly) full time on-site. Work that can be done remotely will allow for a hybrid working environment. We offer a flexible work environment and 9/80 work schedule.

• Specific Skill Sets We Are Looking for or looking to grow in our entry level engineers:
• Software Skills:
  • C, C , C#, Test Stand, LabWindows/CVI, Python
  • Automated Test and Measurement Software Development
  • RF
• Hardware Skills:
  • CAD experience (for mechanical, we use Creo and Autocad)
  • Circuit Card Design (for electrical, we use Cadence)
  • Test Measurements
  • RF

Roles Available with Typical duties (based on experience):

• Software - Test Program Set (TPS) Developers
• Architecting, designing, analyzing, coding and code modification (typically in C ,C#, Test Stand, Labwindows/CVI ) of test software designs for modules, systems , subsystems or of test stand systems.
• Utilizing Test Stand and /or LabVIEW CVI based software development environments. Evaluating the test performance to required specifications and you will be integrating and testing in the selected target test environments for future use by the production organization.
• Evaluating and debugging advanced test solution designs to identify design flaws.
• Hardware - Test Program Set (TPS) Developers
• Integrated Test Adapter Design and Development utilizing
• Test CCA Design using Cadence tools
• Fixture Design

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, the specific positions requires US citizenship status.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Completed B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM field by start date in 2024.
• Programming Languages: Experienced in C,C ,C# and/or CVI for SW roles.
• Possess good communication skills including interpersonal communication and team communication
• Takes initiative and has a closure-oriented nature

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to research and apply engineering principles and theories to solve problems.
• Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability.
• Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• General familiarization with operating test instrumentation/lab equipment

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $61820 - $105050

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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Salary : $61,820 - $105,050