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Position Summary
The Production Test Engineer role requires a balance of hands-on product engagement, collaborative teamwork, and independent execution. This position is based on-site five days per week, with occasional travel (less than 10%). Success in this role depends on frequent cross-functional collaboration between Programs, Engineering, and Production teams.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent experience
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize system-level knowledge, product fault records, and electronics testing to diagnose complex product and application issues.
- Ability to perform analysis and diagnostics down to an electronic component level (e.g. analog, digital, power, and communication) using various laboratory equipment (e.g. power supplies, multimeters, and oscilloscopes)
- Demonstrated proficiency in methodical problem solving and critical thinking
- Ability to interpret and implement regulatory and requirements specifications
- General understanding of electronics assembly and test processes
- Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Ability to effectively multitask / manage personal priorities, and coordinate / organize activities in a team environment.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Familiarity with the assembly and test of high reliability electronic assemblies and their avionics applications
- with at least 3 or more years of relevant experience
- Experience using complex analytical tools and methods (SPC, 6 Sigma, Green/Black Belt, etc.)
- Experience in Reliability Engineering and associated methods, tools, and techniques
- Experience using advanced test and analysis instrumentation (spectrum, bus, and logic analyzers, etc.)
- Experience programming in various software and/or data analytic environments (Basic, UNIX, C++, NI LabVIEW, NI Test Stand, Visual Studio, Python, SQL, etc.)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64935 - $110390
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.
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
- BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or equivalent experience
- Ability to synthesize system-level knowledge, product fault records, and electronics testing to diagnose complex product and application issues
- Ability to perform analysis and diagnostics down to an electronic component level (analog, digital, power, communication) using laboratory equipment (power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes)
- Proficiency in methodical problem solving and critical thinking
- Ability to interpret and implement regulatory and requirements specifications
- General understanding of electronics assembly and test processes
- Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Ability to multitask, manage personal priorities, and coordinate activities in a team environment
- Familiarity with assembly and test of high reliability electronic assemblies and avionics applications
- At least 3 or more years of relevant experience
- Experience using complex analytical tools and methods (SPC, Six Sigma, Green/Black Belt)
- Experience in Reliability Engineering and associated methods, tools, and techniques
- Experience using advanced test and analysis instrumentation (spectrum, bus, and logic analyzers)
- Experience programming in software and data analytic environments (BASIC, UNIX, C++, NI LabVIEW, NI Test Stand, Visual Studio, Python, SQL)
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits materials highlight multiple medical plan options with FSA/HSA eligibility, and a 2024 guide references company HSA contributions. Health coverage breadth is emphasized alongside additional wellbeing resources.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan is available with employer contributions or match offered by some business units per plan supplements. Company‑paid basic life insurance at 2x base salary (up to $1M) provides added financial protection.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave can be used in addition to other leave programs, with adoption and surrogacy reimbursement available. Feedback suggests bonding leave is available for all parents with additional short‑term disability for birth recovery, though specifics vary by business unit and state.
BAE Systems, Inc. Insights
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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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
As the work place continues to evolve, so do we. Remote and hybrid opportunities are available at BAE Systems depending on the nature of the role. Check your job requisition to learn more.

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