Jobs at BAE Systems, Inc.

Leads the RF and digital signal processing engineering section while contributing to research and development programs. Oversees 6–10 engineers working on algorithms, waveform design, performance prediction, and analysis. Responsibilities include mentoring, performance management, hiring, workforce planning, staffing alignment, cross-functional collaboration, and technical leadership. The role also supports strategic initiatives, proposals, and next-generation capability planning. Work is fully on-site and requires an active Top Secret clearance.

Coordinates engineering projects and program support by managing documentation, change requests, action items, schedules, metrics, presentations, and stakeholder communications. Provides MS Office and project-tool support, assists with bids and proposals, facilitates engineering change management, supports classified laboratory needs, and serves as a liaison across departments. The role requires strong organization, communication, problem-solving, and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Supports research and development programs involving RF, algorithms, signal processing, AI/ML, reverse engineering, vulnerability research, and exploit development. Develops software, algorithms, models, simulations, and analytical tools; collects and analyzes data; creates visualizations; tests capabilities; and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams. The role is onsite in Merrimack, New Hampshire, with mentorship and access to secure laboratories.

Lead and execute spacecraft assembly, integration, and test campaigns; define AI&T strategies and test flows; mentor engineers and technicians; manage GSE, facilities, cost/schedule estimates, and proposal input; ensure rigorous verification in cleanroom and lab environments while tracking performance metrics and reducing risk.

Provides service desk support by resolving technical issues, access requests, and end-user support needs. The intern will assist users, research and deploy technologies, use automation to improve support processes, create documentation, deliver training, and communicate with customers. The role requires current enrollment in a technical degree program, U.S. citizenship, eligibility for a Secret clearance, and Security+ or equivalent DoD IAT Level II certification within six months if not already compliant.

Supports the design and development of high-reliability airborne electronic systems through thermal and structural analysis, CAD modeling, GD&T, tolerance analysis, prototyping, and environmental verification. The role coordinates with engineering, procurement, operations, and program management teams while developing expertise in military standards and defense electronics design.

Mechanical Engineering Intern supporting engineering development, hardware integration, testing, prototype fabrication, manufacturing transition, tooling, test fixtures, process improvements, and corrective actions for complex electronic and mechanical systems. The role involves analyzing data, documenting results, supporting manufacturing teams, and presenting findings. Candidates must pursue a mechanical engineering degree, be eligible for Department of Defense security clearance, relocate to Northern New Jersey, work full-time, and have reliable transportation.

Principal Electrical Engineer responsible for designing, testing, integrating, and sustaining complex military electronic systems. Duties include digital, analog, mixed-signal, and power circuit design; FPGA and embedded hardware architecture; requirements development; trade studies; test planning; production support; and technical mentoring. The role requires collaboration across electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle.

Supports research and development programs involving RF, algorithms, signal processing, AI/ML, reverse engineering, and vulnerability detection. Responsibilities include modeling, simulation, data analysis, prototype validation, and developing MATLAB or Python tools. The intern collaborates with technical teams, contributes to discrete research tasks, and participates in BAE Systems’ LEAP internship program. This is an onsite position in Merrimack, New Hampshire, requiring eligibility for a U.S. DoD security clearance.

Mechanical Design Engineering Intern supporting the design, analysis, testing, and data analysis of spacecraft, instruments, mechanisms, RF electronics, and mechanical ground support equipment. Responsibilities include CAD design, mechanical testing, laboratory research, problem-solving, and collaboration with engineering teams in an on-site environment.

Develop and verify FPGA design environments for electronic warfare systems using SystemVerilog/UVM and/or VHDL. Create constrained-random test plans, self-checking testbenches, reusable verification IP, and coverage-driven test cases. Analyze verification metrics, improve methodologies, execute tasks to schedule, and collaborate with engineers across multiple U.S. locations.

Designs, tests, integrates, and improves electrical and RF hardware for advanced electronic systems. Collaborates with systems, software, test, operations, engineering, technicians, and manufacturing personnel throughout the product lifecycle. Evaluates performance using simulation tools and test equipment, supports qualification and production transition, and develops improvements to reduce cost, increase yield, and improve throughput.

Supports circuit card and module assembly process engineering for a New Product Introduction pilot line. Responsibilities include creating work plans, managing process changes, troubleshooting assembly issues, supporting equipment, improving quality, driving root-cause and corrective actions, facilitating transition to production, and designing tooling and fixtures. The role also participates in FMEA and design reviews, safety assessments, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional program coordination.

Mechanical Design Engineering Intern assisting with spacecraft, instrument, mechanism, RF electronics, and ground support equipment design. Responsibilities include CAD design, mechanical analysis, hardware testing, laboratory research, developmental testing, and data analysis. The intern will apply university knowledge, collaborate with engineering teams, maintain professional relationships, and work on-site in office, laboratory, production, or cleanroom environments.

Supports mechanical design and analysis for advanced airborne electronic systems. Performs thermal and structural analysis, 3D modeling, GD&T, tolerance analysis, prototype development, and environmental verification. Coordinates with multidisciplinary engineering, procurement, operations, and program management teams. Requires a mechanical or aerospace engineering degree, CAD experience, strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Preferred experience includes Creo, ANSYS tools, additive manufacturing, DFM, digital engineering, and mechanical systems production.

Develop and use configurable, self-checking FPGA verification environments using SystemVerilog/UVM and/or VHDL. Create constrained-random test plans, reusable Verification IP, and coverage-driven test cases for electronic warfare signal-processing and control systems. Analyze metrics, improve verification methodologies, execute tasks across multiple projects, and collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts across U.S. locations.

Mechanical engineering intern supporting hardware design, development, integration, testing, manufacturing transition, prototype fabrication, tooling, test fixtures, process improvements, and corrective actions for complex electronic and mechanical systems. The role involves analyzing data, documenting results, supporting manufacturing teams, and improving product quality and yields.

Leads electrical engineering for infrastructure and construction projects, including power distribution, controls, panel design, electrical calculations, code compliance inspections, specifications, cost and schedule management, supplier design reviews, commissioning, and documentation. Directs multidisciplinary design teams, interfaces with operations and maintenance personnel, and ensures projects meet safety, quality, cost, schedule, and applicable code requirements.

Lead a team of engineers delivering cloud-based infrastructure and services, ensuring technical solutions meet government standards and requirements.

Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules, Performance Measurement Baselines, proposal schedules, and schedule risk analyses for defense programs. Integrate plans across engineering, finance, manufacturing, quality, and other functions; monitor schedule performance, critical paths, variances, and execution risk. Support Integrated Baseline Reviews, phase and gate reviews, DCMA audits, customer proposals, and schedule training. Present analytical findings and recommendations to project teams and leadership while ensuring compliance with government and industry scheduling requirements.