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, you will be working alongside some of the industry's top talent on the forefront of energetics technology. We are currently hiring for an experienced Structural Engineer with the ability to obtain a PE license in Virginia to support design and construction of critical, multi-million dollar modernization projects at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant in southwestern Virginia. This work includes planning, design, analysis, construction, and maintenance of chemical plant facilities and infrastructure.
Here, we value our workforce, and their well-being. We prioritize safety, work life balance, and offer competitive benefits. This position is currently working 2-3 days / week on-site and up to 2 days / week remotely on a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Make a difference doing work you can be proud of, be challenged, and be part of a team that shares a passion of helping to protect our nation.
The Principal Structural Engineer performs one or more of the following functions:

• Perform project engineering working in a multi-discipline engineering team to plan, design, construct, and maintain chemical plant facilities including supporting utilities and infrastructure.
• Select construction materials and methods, create engineering estimates, write specifications and scopes of work, create and supervise the preparation of structural and architectural drawings, control cost, and manage work to meet project schedules.
• Perform structural design and analysis for structural steel buildings, reinforced concrete buildings and structures, pipe supports, and foundation systems.
• Conduct inspections of existing facilities such as buildings, tank farms, roads, railroads, pipe bridges, and pipelines to determine the integrity and safety of the structure. Make recommendations concerning any needed modifications.
• Determine root cause of structural or system failures and recommend corrective action.
• Oversee mapping and surveying functions which involve layout of new facilities and maintenance of records of site plans, plant layouts, and above-ground and underground utilities.
• Provide technical oversight during construction including shop drawing review and approval, ensure construction is in accordance with plans, specifications, and good construction practices.
• Consider safety in all aspects of design and construction.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. We may consider a closely related degree.
• Typically 6+ years experience in industrial design and construction, with an emphasis in structural engineering.
• Proficient knowledge of CADD tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Visual Analysis, STAAD/RAM, etc.) for efficient production of engineering work.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, and AISC.
• Ability to direct design teams and external design firms, review and approve design packages from equipment suppliers and design firms providing constructability input.
• Capable of creating required engineering documentation using Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, and Access.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineering license (PE).
• Skilled in principles of project management.
• Experience in the design and construction of chemical facilities that involve the use of acids and solvents in the production of energetic materials.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $99200 - $168600
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 Platforms & Services
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.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
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.