Job Description
The selected candidate will aid a production team producing multiple new AN/UPX-24(V) Interrogator Sets that conduct ship board Identify Friend or Foe (IFF) for SCN and FMS builds. Work will take place in a production facility in Wildwood MD, building cable, assembling components and integrating system sets using drawings, wire lists (WL), manufacturing procedures (MP) and standard operating procedures (SOP).
In this role, you will be responsible for the following activities:

• Read and interpret technical drawings for fabrication and installation of cable assemblies, components, and system integration.
• Fabricate a variety of cable assemblies to include multi-conductor, coaxial, and power cables in accordance with military and DOD standards.
• Assemble system level components in accordance with military and DOD standards.
• Solder components to printed circuit boards (PCB) including through-hole solder components and surface mount components.
• Use of calibrated equipment to validate harnesses, incoming parts, assemblies, and integrated systems.
• Work with Technicians, Quality Control, Engineering, Drafting and Project Managers to provide feedback and resolve issues that are focused on maintaining high production quality.
• Document defects and report to project lead for resolution.
• Daily use of computers and software to record man hours, retrieve drawings/datasheets, request parts, and document defects.

All tools to complete tasking are provided and personal tools are not required.
Candidate will travel >10% of the time to assist with testing events as required. Tasking may require extended hours and weekend work to support Environmental Stress Screening events. Tasking may require a shift in work schedule to facilitate troubleshooting and defect isolation to not impact project build schedule.
The hourly rate for this position is set by the Dept. of Labor and is not negotiable. The current rate is $26.27/ hr.
This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in St. Mary's County, near to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High school diploma and at least one year of experience in the electronics field or completion of vocational training
Mechanical aptitude and experience with a wide range of hand and power tools
Ability to pass BAE Systems solder and cable certification class (must be able to differentiate colors)
Ability to frequently work in a sitting, standing, and other various working positions
Ability to occasionally lift and carry 45+ pounds
Ability to work with hazardous material
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. state driver's/operator's license or permit
Basic operational skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook and Excel
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Radar/electronics experience
Shipboard experience
Ability to read and interpret schematics, drawings, and instructions
Experience performing cable fabrication
Soldering experience
Working with calibrated tools and equipment
Soldering and cable fabrication experience
Metal fabrication and assembly experience
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
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 Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.