BS
Engineering Technologist
BAE Systems
🇺🇸 United States
On-site
Senior
1 month ago
107,359 – 182,510
- Risk Management
- Pension
1 month ago
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Job Description
What’s it like working for a company that delivers life-saving products and services to our nation’s military? Humbling. As part of our Ordnance Systems team in Radford, VA, you will be working alongside some of the industry's top talent on the forefront of energetics technology.ÂAs a member of the production team, the Engineering Technologist will be responsible for supporting our manufacturing operations at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant in southwestern Virginia. The Engineering Technologist will be responsible for evaluating current processes and configuring manufacturing systems to reduce cost, improve sustainability, and develop best practices within the production process. In this role, you will provide real-time floor support, guidance, and direction to operations personnel. As an Engineering Technologist, you will work closely with Process Engineers and other Technologists on key projects and initiatives. You will spend more than half your day on the production line, troubleshooting equipment and leading root cause investigations. As the subject matter expert on the production line, you will occasionally get after-hour calls and have to come into the plant to solve issues. At BAE Systems, we believe in work-life balance, and this position works a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Â
Manufacturing support will include:
- Provide mechanical and engineering support to the Manufacturing Department
- Assist in developing new and redline existing Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams
- Provide technical support to meet schedules in accordance with quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory standards
- Facilitate and/or guide improvement projects, maintenance projects, and aid in process troubleshooting
- Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting with process control systems
- Provide on call technical assistance
- Author, maintain and update necessary procedures & assist with training when applicable
- Assist in developing cost estimates for new/existing products and projects
- Collaborate and function in a multidiscipline team-based environment
- Assist in developing Process Flow Diagrams
- Interact with customers and suppliers
- Lead/support Process Hazard Analysis for new and existing processes
- Support Environmental Risk Management Plan and the Process Safety Management program
- Interact and aid modernization projects
- Develop new and redline existing Process Narratives
- Develop and implement quality, safety, environmental, and process improvements
Required Skills and Education
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
- Able to be in an on-call rotation and come in on off-shifts a few times a month.Â
- Exhibit sound judgment, initiative, and self-motivation and be able to complete tasks with minimal guidance.
- Solid communication, teamwork and integration know-how will be required to work effectively across functions at multiple levels.
- Manage time effectively while dealing with a variety of issues in a dynamic environment.
- May consider candidates who do not meet all the above requirements for a more junior role or additional experience for a more senior role.
Preferred Skills and Education
- 10+ years direct manufacturing experience working in mechanical support.
- Experience with energetics manufacturing.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Benefits Information
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.Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
- Sector: Platforms & Services
- Job Category: Manufacturing & Maintenance
- Salary Min Point: 107359
- Salary Max Point: 182510
- Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
- Career Level: Experienced
- Travel Percentage:<10%
- Shift: 1st Shift
- U.S. Person Required: Yes
- Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position: None
- Clearance Level – Must currently possess: None
- Country: United States
- U.S. Citizenship Required: No
Engineering Technologist · BAE Systems