About the Role:
Join the BAE Systems Minneapolis Weapon Systems Test Team as a Product Support Specialist. In this role, you will provide critical technical expertise across a broad range of programs, supporting products that span from early-stage developmental prototypes to mature, fielded systems. We offer a culture of autonomy and trust, where self-starters are empowered to take ownership of their work and go above and beyond to ensure mission success.
What You'll Do:• Range Operations: Support testing inside and outside of the Continental United States (CONUS), applying range Safety experience to ensure the safe range operations.• Solve Complex Problems: Use your analytical skills to identify technical hurdles, engage the appropriate stakeholders, and implement robust solutions.• Technical Execution: Support the installation of instrumentation gauges and data acquisition systems, execute test procedures, and record critical results.• Data-Driven Results: Analyze test data and author the technical reports that guide our programs forward.• Quality Assurance: Support product assurance initiatives and ensure success during internal, external, and customer audit activities.• Customer Engagement: Act as a direct point of contact for customers and key stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.• Technical Contribution: Contribute to various work packages and present technical results to managers and peers.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Relevant HS diploma (or equivalent) plus 6+ years of related experience.• Ability to accept field assignments and associated travel to test locations.• Verbal and written communication skills; proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:• Proficiency in instrumentation and data acquisition (DAQ) systems.• Experience with high-speed video systems for test capture and analysis.• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and standards applicable to range, weapons systems, and munition safety.• Hands-on integration, assembly, test, and checkout experience in complex systems.• Direct experience in weapons systems development.• Expertise in electrical and mechanical assembly, maintenance, and repair.• Experience with vehicle and powered equipment maintenance and repair.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $82779 - $140723
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 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.
Skills Required
- Relevant high school diploma or equivalent
- 6 or more years of related experience
- Ability to accept field assignments and travel to test locations
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency with instrumentation and data acquisition systems
- Experience with high-speed video systems for test capture and analysis
- Familiarity with laws, regulations, and standards for range, weapons-system, and munition safety
- Hands-on integration, assembly, testing, and checkout of complex systems
- Direct weapons-system development experience
- Expertise in electrical and mechanical assembly, maintenance, and repair
- Experience maintaining and repairing vehicles and powered equipment
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.
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What We Do
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.
Why Work With Us
We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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