Weapons Systems Test and Evaluation Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Weapons Systems Test and Evaluation Engineer with Security Clearance
Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a hands-on Weapons Systems Test and Evaluation Engineer to design, execute, and analyze component and subsystem reliability tests in support of next-generation products. The ideal candidate combines strong electrical engineering fundamentals with practical experience in thermal, vibration, and accelerated life testing. This role involves close collaboration with design engineers and cross-functional teams, with regular travel to offsite test facilities.

Internal and external technicians and engineers work together in cross-functional teams where they are likely to develop close collegial relationships built on trust and integrity. This is an on-site position with approximately 25% travel to support testing. We work a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. As a Test and Evaluation Engineer, you will:
* Design, develop, and implements testing methods and equipment
* Plan and arrange the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices
* Provide test area with parameters for sample testing and specify tests to be performed
* Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements
* Develop and execute component and subsystem test plans to evaluate functionality, performance, and reliability
* Define accelerated life test (ALT), HALT, HASS, and ESS methodologies aligned with physics-of-failure principles
* Perform reliability modeling, Weibull analysis, MTBF calculations, and life prediction assessments
* Lead test setup design, instrumentation planning, and data acquisition (thermal, vibration, and electrical)
* Conduct hands-on testing including thermal cycling, vibration, fatigue, and electrical endurance tests
* Perform root cause and failure analysis (RCA/FMEA) and drive corrective actions with design teams
* Travel to and oversee testing at external labs and proving grounds (~25% of the time)
* Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards, including electrical and thermal test protocols
* Document and present test results to stakeholders through technical reports and reliability reviews
* Support development of in-house test infrastructure Required Education, Experience, & Skills
* Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field and 4+ years relevant experience.
* Experience with at least one of these areas: reliability test planning, HALT/HASS, Reliability-Growth, and accelerated life testing methods.
* Experience with system-level validation.
* Working knowledge of reliability statistics and data analysis (Weibull, MTTF)
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on lab and field test environment.
* Strong clear verbal and written communication.
* Experience developing test plans, coordinating test support requirements across multiple disciplines, and test reporting in support of the precision guided munitions product line and associated systems and sub-systems.
* Experience in field assignments and associated travel and operations austere test locations.
* Must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
* We may consider candidates with fewer years of experience for a more junior role or additional experience for a more senior role. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
* Experience interfacing with customers on significant technical matters.
* Master's degree in engineering.
* 3-5 years of experience in component, subsystem, or reliability testing.
* Proficiency with common test and measurement tools (oscilloscopes, power analyzers, DAQs, thermocouples, multimeters).
* Exposure to FMEA, fault tree analysis (FTA), or similar methodologies.
* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills with attention to detail.
* Understanding of heat transfer, thermal systems, and mechanical stress testing.
* Ability to design or adapt custom fixtures and test setups.
* Experience with Design of Experiments methodology.
* Experience with Earned Value Management. #LI-Onsite #LI-JR1 Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680

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…