Systems Integration & Test Engineer II - Test and Scripting Engineer - Space Vehicles
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Boulder
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED#LI-SH2Join the Space
Vehicle Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) team - a
diverse group of motivated problem solvers. We like to have fun and
enjoy life - both at work, and in our free time. We're excited
about the challenging projects we're involved in and have a strong
commitment to the missions we enable. Offering growth opportunities
at all levels of skill and experience, we're looking for leaders
and innovators who can continue our strong reputation for
creativity and technical excellence, while helping to define the
future of BAE Systems.Make a difference. Love what you do. Realize
your full potential.We're seeking an action-oriented,
intellectually curious engineer who is excited to put their
potential to use testing space flight hardware. The position will
be as part of a spacecraft / space vehicle test team as a test
engineer, with a strong focus on writing test scripts to support
flight hardware testing.As an Eng II, you will work closely with,
and be mentored by, experts in the field. You may have the
opportunity to lead a significant test activity on a large space
vehicle program, lead a subsystem on a small to mid-size effort, or
take responsibility as a shift lead during spacecraft acceptance
testing. This role has the potential to grow into a position which
will help define the future of test software within the Space
Vehicle Test group at BAE Systems. If you enjoy Legos, writing code
for your drone, playing with Linux builds, optimizing your potato
cannon, hot-rodding your scooter, and have the skills to rebuild
the hyperdrive of the Millennium Falcon, then this might be a good
position for you.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:
- Work in a fast-paced team environment assisting to integrate
and test spacecraft hardware.
- Work in cleanroom and lab environments to verify the hardware
meets requirements and characterize / calibrate its
performance.
- Write, review, update, and execute test procedures and test
scripts.
- Work with the ground systems, simulators, flight software, and
non-flight software teams to architect and design the non-flight
software environment.
- Write scripts to support the testing of space flight
hardware.
- Gain a detailed understanding of spacecraft subsystems and
their operation.
- Support space vehicle launch and commissioning campaigns.
- Prepare technical documentation and give presentations to peers
and management.
- Collaborate with system and subsystem engineers, mission
assurance, technicians, and other program personnel.
- Use test and measurement equipment to test and troubleshoot
spaceflight hardware.
- Champion team compliance with BAE Systems software quality and
version control standards
- Maintain test logs and generate test reports.
- 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 5 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.
- A current, active TS/SCI CI Polygraph security clearance is
required.
- Experience testing and troubleshooting spacecraft, space
vehicles, and their related components and systems.
- Solid experience with scripting and programming.
- Experience with software configuration management systems such
as git and Gitlab.
- Experience with spacecraft command and control systems,
simulators, software test benches and other electrical ground
support equipment.
- Good communication skills a must.
- A solid attention to detail while appreciating the bigger
picture of the complex and ambitious projects that we take on.
- A desire to work hands-on with critical space-flight
hardware.
- Good interpersonal skills and work well in a team
environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office tools.
- Applicants selected may be subjected to a government security
investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to
classified information.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer
Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical
field.
- Experience with Ruby or Python.
- Experience with Docker, Linux, and real-time operating
systems.
- Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery
pipeline.
- Space or military experience.
- Knowledge and experience using test automation applications and
tools such as Matlab.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $111000
- $137500Please 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 the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and
scientific communities. 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.BAE Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a
diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity
Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,
marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability,
or any other protected class.
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