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Job Description: About the Role Join the BAE Systems Minneapolis Weapon Systems Test Team as a Principal Product Support Specialist. In this role, you will be a technical linchpin, providing expertise in electronics systems for everything from cutting-edge prototypes to proven, fielded systems. We offer a culture of autonomy and trust, where self-starters are empowered to take ownership of their work and drive mission success. This position offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. What You’ll Do:
• Solve Complex Problems: Use your analytical skills to identify technical hurdles and collaborate with stakeholders to implement robust solutions. • Technical Leadership: Lead the troubleshooting of high and low voltage electronics and the installation of sophisticated data acquisition systems. • Data-Driven Results: Execute test procedures, analyze critical data, and author the technical reports that guide our programs forward. • Quality Assurance: Champion product assurance initiatives and ensure success during internal and customer audits. • Customer Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to customers, resolving technical challenges through clear and effective communication. • Physical Requirements: This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.
Required Skills and Education: • Associate's Degree and 8+ years of defense-related experience in engineering, manufacturing, or field service or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Proven ability to take ownership, lead project teams and execute tasks independently. • Strong relationship management skills with the ability to communicate complex technical solutions to customers. • Ability to maintain an organized, meticulous approach within a highly dynamic environment. • Willingness to accept field assignments and travel 20-30% as required. • Proficiency in instrumentation/gauges and data acquisition (DAQ) systems. • Advanced verbal and written communication skills; proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting: 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.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
Preferred Skills and Education: • Expertise in electrical/mechanical assembly, maintenance, and repair. • Hands-on experience in the integration, assembly, test, and checkout of complex systems. • Direct experience in weapons systems development. • Knowledge of precision machine tool processing and fabrication. • Experience with vehicle and powered equipment maintenance. #LI-Onsite #LI-JR1
Benefits Information: 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.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).