Senior Facilities Mechanical Engineer

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Broomfield, CO, USA
Hybrid
97K-165K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Lead mechanical engineering for facilities projects: design HVAC, hydronic, plumbing, controls and DDC systems; manage consultants and contractors; develop standards and strategies; review designs for code compliance; mentor staff; support maintenance and commissioning; ensure safety and regulatory adherence.
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Job Description
The BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Facilities & Plant Operations teams support the sector's 35 properties representing over 2.2 million SF of real estate in Colorado. This established team of over 100 Facilities professionals is committed to maintenance, service, support, continuous improvement, and creating facilities which enable world class engineers and technicians to create a better, safer, more informed and productive world.
The Facilities Engineering team provides facilities designs and engineering guidance across BAE Systems SMS campuses in Westminster, Broomfield, and Boulder. We are seeking a candidate to be a mechanical engineering technical expert for the Facilities organization. In this role, the successful candidate will perform engineering duties in planning, designing, overseeing construction, and maintenance of building systems and facilities.
What You'll Do:
  • Be the technical expert in the mechanical discipline and support project efforts.
  • Take lead engineering role on projects, with responsibilities for multiple disciplines.
  • Provide engineering guidance to consulting engineers, in-house project managers, and maintenance personnel.
  • Manage outside design resources needed to execute project designs and studies.
  • Complete facilities mechanical design tasks.
  • Develop and maintain standards for design and construction.
  • Develop engineering strategies for systems and components across the enterprise.
  • Work with maintenance, engineering, consultants, and contractors to communicate and implement engineering strategies.
  • Review new designs for effectiveness, efficiency, and adherence to codes and standards.
  • Monitor and assess impact of regulatory changes related to building and systems design.
  • Assist maintenance and internal customers with Facilities issues or concerns.
  • Work with maintenance to enhance building system functionality.
  • Mentor and guide less experienced personnel.
  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
  • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
  • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
  • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • BS degree in Engineering or a related technical field plus a minimum of 4 years related experience
  • Each higher-level related degree, i.e., master's degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of related experience. Two years of related experience may be substituted for each year of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • In depth knowledge of facilities mechanical equipment and systems.
  • Experience designing HVAC systems, hydronic systems (chillers and boilers), plumbing, and controls.
  • General knowledge of facilities and equipment outside of your discipline.
  • Highly analytical critical thinker who uses these skills to examine and improve operations to increase efficiency.
  • Proficient in the use of personal computer software; Microsoft Office Suite and design software such as AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Understanding of building codes such as IBC, IMC, IPC and IECC.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents (plans and specifications).
  • Knowledge of DDC applications pertaining to building automation systems and design optimization.
  • Proven history of implementation of safe practices.
  • Ability to manage own work schedule and make deadlines.
  • Ability to track actions and follow through.
  • Excellent presentation skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Proven track record of collaboration.
  • Excellent organizational skills and detail-orientation.
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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment highly desired.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) is a plus.
  • Experience designing cleanrooms, secured spaces, and labs is a plus.
  • Experience designing process piping systems is desirable.
  • Equipment commissioning experience is desirable.

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 Space & Mission 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.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
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.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

Skills Required

  • BS degree in Engineering or related technical field plus minimum of 4 years related experience (or approved substitutions).
  • In-depth knowledge of facilities mechanical equipment and systems.
  • Experience designing HVAC systems, hydronic systems (chillers and boilers), plumbing, and controls.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Understanding of building codes (IBC, IMC, IPC, IECC) and ability to read/interpret construction documents.
  • Knowledge of DDC applications and building automation system design optimization.
  • Proven history of implementation of safe practices in facilities environments.
  • Ability to manage own work schedule, meet deadlines, track actions, and follow through.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, collaboration, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
  • General knowledge of facilities and equipment outside the mechanical discipline.
  • Willingness and eligibility to be submitted for security/clearance access if required by program after hire.
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Experience designing cleanrooms, secured spaces, and labs.
  • Experience designing process piping systems.
  • Equipment commissioning experience.

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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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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