Senior RF Product Test Engineer

About the position

BAE Systems is looking for an RF Product Test Engineer to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment at their Merrimack, New Hampshire Advance Composite Manufacturing facility. Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams, and being able to adapt to a changing production factory environment brings with it an exciting opportunity to influence the successful execution of production goals and achieving operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in Antenna Technology to support manufacturing and test lines within the Advanced Composite Manufacturing factory.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for RF Antenna testing activities across all F35 antenna product lines.
• Review test data for compliance and implement actions to reduce variation.
• Review product test issues and develop actions to bring product into compliance.
• Troubleshoot test issues related to equipment performance and implement solutions.
• Interface with IT and Security to coordinate test equipment calibration and repair.
• Act as a Data Transfer Agent (DTA) to move test data between ranges as required.
• Identify and drive test improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain trend analysis databases to effectively track product test performance.
• Incorporate strategic thinking related to implementation of new technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Related Engineering discipline.
• Experience with Antenna Theory and Design.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills with a demonstrated ability to collect meaningful data and make data driven decisions.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, skills and interpersonal skills to convey key insights from complex analysis and ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to work data analysis with spreadsheet manipulation for large data sets.

Nice-to-haves

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in RF test environment performing related work.
• Familiarity with Orbit test equipment and 959 Spectrum antenna test software.
• Experience with Visual Basic and Excel macro creation and editing.
• Current DOD Collateral Secret Government clearance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Legal plan.
• Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Military leave.
• Bereavement leave.
• Federal and state sick leave.
• Company recognition program.