Technical Specialist I - Equipment Sustainment

Job Description
Perform complex functions of a specialized nature sustaining, adjusting, modifying, and calibrating equipment used in Research & Development (R&D) lab testing, electronics board assembly, machining (CNC and manual), Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printing, environmental/vibration testing, and ancillary facilities resources (air compressors, commercial electrical systems). Requires advanced application of technical theories, practical knowledge, and hands-on skills involving highly-sensitive electronics and precision mechanical devices. Duties are typically more responsibility oriented (versus daily task oriented), performed with little to no oversight or prioritization by a higher authority, sophisticated and unique in nature, and vary greatly in breadth and depth of content during day-to-day operations.
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:

• Sustain and manage scheduled maintenance on highly-specialized R&D lab, electronic board manufacturing, additive manufacturing, and machining equipment.
• Utilize hands-on skills to troubleshoot, inspect, and repair equipment in-house to the maximum extent possible. May require in-depth knowledge on a wide-variety of electronics and mechanical assemblies and systems to determine root-cause failures and technical resolutions.
• Review and accurately interpret schematics, drawings, specifications, and procedures for completeness and compliance to contract requirements.
• Serve as the liaison between OEM equipment vendors/service personnel and engineers, technicians, and customers.
• Manage, schedule, and route contract-assigned equipment for calibration at customer site and third-party vendors.
• Monitor and coordinate facility issues and emerging needs with the customer.
• Provide first response support on Information Technology (IT) equipment issues, coordinate with customer and contractor IT technicians to resolve complex failures.
• Monitor and coordinate follow up on customer-tracked IT Help Tickets to ensure timely resolution and decrease downtimes.
• Monitor, forecast, and initiate procurement of contract-required engineering and technical software tools and licenses.
• Perform limited design or statistical process control analysis for technical applications.
• May perform CAD modeling and design analysis using any of a variety of software tools.
• May design, develop, test and troubleshoot prototype and breadboard electronics, hardware and software applications, or data acquisition and control hardware/software.
• Maintain electronic historical records, required logs, records, and reports in accordance with policies/procedures and government regulations.
• Assimilate data and recommend action to address unique and complex technical situations.
• Contribute to proposals and design reviews, internal review boards, specifications, work standards, and business processes.
• Provide advanced instruction and training on specialized procedures and techniques to other employees and may develop processes and procedures essential to departmental compliance.
• Make continuous improvement suggestions, participate and lead projects in area of responsibility.
• Effective communications and regular interaction with higher level management, customers, and internal and external auditors.
• May plan and commit resources, coordinate and lead the work of lower level employees to assure task completion.
• May participate in industry-wide working groups or seminars and be recognized by industry experts, suppliers, and customers.
• 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 environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 or more years of related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Bachelor's or Master's, may substitute for two years of related experience. 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.
• Ability to coordinate activities of a team, predict and meet schedules, resolve disconnects.
• Ability to apply computer skills to input and access data via computer interface.
• Solid communication skills and the ability to exercise them in a technical environment.

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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.
As this position requires operating a company vehicle, an offer and subsequent employment are contingent upon possessing and maintaining a valid US driver's license and successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with documenting and logging equipment maintenance discrepancies and corrective actions in historical records, property records, and/or automated systems.
• Experience with equipment and/or materials inventory management database systems.
• Experience with management, monitoring/tracking industrial-related hazardous materials and proper storage/disposal of hazardous materials.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $60016 - $96026
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.