Senior Electrical Engineer (for current contractor)

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Maple Grove, MN, USA
Hybrid
97K-165K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Design, integrate, test, and maintain electrical systems for military weapon systems. Perform complex analyses, troubleshooting, test development, and documentation. Develop programs and engineering models, support product development from concept through testing, and provide technical guidance to project teams.
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BAE Systems is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer for our Maple Grove, MN site. This is a contractor conversion position and will be filled by a current contract employee.
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. Our Combat Mission Systems business is currently hiring for an experienced Electrical Engineer. In this role, you will work on cutting edge product development that supports complex military weapon systems. As part of our valued workforce, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefit package to help keep life balanced - including a flexible work schedule with every other Friday off (9/80 schedule). As an Electrical Engineer, you will:
  • Provide design, integration, test and maintenance support for military weapon systems.
  • Apply a wide application of engineering design and/or analytical theory, principles, and techniques to create, plan, and perform a variety of complex design, development, analysis, experimentation, test, and/or product assurance tasks.
  • Independently conduct specialized technical analyses, solve difficult technical problems and contribute to the development / enhancement of engineering models.
  • Develop programs to enhance, implement, and support assigned technical effort.
  • Conduct technical studies for complex engineering/scientific problems and provides advanced, specialized assistance to project leaders in a variety of tasks including development of product specifications, documents, and/or test procedures.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field of study from an accredited University.
  • Must have 4 years of experience working with electronics/electrical design and/or product development.
  • Capable of hands-on troubleshooting using engineering lab equipment.
  • Ability to effectively communicate in a professional manner and produce detailed, clear and concise technical documentation.
  • Proficient use of engineering tools and techniques to create electrical designs from concept to testing.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Proficient use of complex development and test tools and equipment and ability to understand complex engineering drawings and technical data.
  • Experience with military and industrial engineering and documentation standards.
  • Experience with High Voltage power distribution and control systems.
  • Experience with circuit board design and fabrication, schematic and layout familiarity.
  • System engineering and system architecture development.
  • Working knowledge of FPGA programming languages such as VHDL and or Verilog. #LI-DNI

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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.
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

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in electronics/electrical design and/or product development
  • Hands-on troubleshooting using engineering lab equipment
  • Ability to produce detailed, clear, and concise technical documentation and communicate professionally
  • Proficient use of engineering tools and techniques to create electrical designs from concept to testing
  • Proficient use of complex development and test tools and equipment
  • Experience with military and industrial engineering and documentation standards
  • Experience with High Voltage power distribution and control systems
  • Experience with circuit board design and fabrication; schematic and layout familiarity
  • System engineering and system architecture development
  • Working knowledge of FPGA programming languages such as VHDL or Verilog

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits materials outline comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside an EAP, fertility and transgender care, and HSA-compatible plans with employer HSA contributions noted for 2025.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with employer matching (varying by business unit) and added financial protections like life and accident insurance are consistently part of the package.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave from date of hire, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, backup care, and caregiving resources signal robust support for families.

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The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1999

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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