Radiation Effects and Test Engineer - II

Job Description
The successful candidate will initially perform radiation engineering efforts to establish the basis for the selection, development, evaluation, analysis, testing, and documentation of radiation effects in electrical, electronic, and electromechanical (EEE) parts and circuits for spacecraft and their payloads. This position will concurrently primarily support single event effects (SEE) testing, as well as prompt dose testing, heavy ion testing, and neutron testing as those opportunities present themselves.
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You'll Do:

• Support Single Event Effects (SEE), prompt dose, heavy ion, and neutron radiation testing campaigns, including learning to design tests, generating test plans and radiation testing procedures, onsite testing across the United States at various facilities (laboratories, universities, etc.), evaluation and interpretation of data, and writing test reports to support spaceflight hardware. This role will be mentored by a Technical Fellow IV (Eng. Sr. Prin. IV), who is a national leader in radiation testing of sensors with over 25 years of experience.
• Be personally mentored and trained one-on-one by a Staff Consultant (Eng. Sr. Prin. II) Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Mission Systems Assurance (MSA) Radiation Effects Department, who has over 20 years of combined direct Radiation Engineering experience to perform, generate and be responsible for Total Ionization Dose (TID), SEE, and Displacement Damage Dose (DDD) radiation analysis reports in accordance with customer requirements or BAE Systems Space and Misson Systems (SMS) standard practices.
• Review part lists against program requirements and circuit design to assess radiation TID, SEE, DDD, and Enhanced Low Dose Rate Sensitivity (ELDRS).
• Work closely with circuit-design teams and system-level teams to determine radiation impacts and ensure compliance to program radiation requirements.
• Use presentation skills to convey radiation design risks and test results at program and customer milestone reviews.
• 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 or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 2 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu 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 addition to the typical educational and experience requirements, the successful candidate must possess a demonstrated capability to adequately perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position and to exhibit the skills and competencies of the grade level.
• Experience radiation testing at facilities.
• Knowledge of radiation test design, test facilities, and radiation data analysis is required.
• Knowledge of semiconductor device physics and radiation effects in electronics.
• Knowledge of radiation effects (TID, SEE, DDD, and ELDRS).
• Knowledge of applicable industry and / or academic practices and standards in EEE parts and radiation effects.
• Electronics test and circuit design capability.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, communication skills, and presentations skills, and ability to lead group discussions.
• Have a track records of highly collaborative working skills in a team environment.
• Experience writing clear and concise reports.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a Government Security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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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

• 4 or more years of continuous, related, progressive experience in the radiation testing of devices and sensors is desired.
• A TS/SCI security clearance is preferable.
• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79365 - $134921
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.