Creates schematic symbols, PCB component footprints, board outlines, schematic diagrams, and intermediate PCB layouts using Cadence tools. Supports library parts, 3D models, design outputs, fabrication, and assembly requirements. Collaborates with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing, and process engineering teams on prototype and production-quality boards. Requires Cadence Allegro experience, AutoCAD Mechanical, Excel, product data management, GD&T, and IPC-2221 knowledge. U.S. citizenship is required under a government contract.
Job Description
**This opportunity can be in our Austin, Texas office or our Hudson, NH office**
As a Design Specialist II, your position would be to create Schematic Symbols and Component footprints for Printed Boards.
Also would include generating board outlines from Creo emn files. Occasionally will require some intermediate level design layout as well as Schematic capture using Cadence Design Software.
There is lots of room to grow in this position as part of an expanding design team working on innovative technology.
Position will involve the following tasks:
1. Using Cadence Design Software, create schematic symbols and Allegro Footprints of electronic parts used on Printed Circuit Boards
2. Receives/Expedites part requests using Product Data Management tool.
3. Will be responsible for creating board outlines manually and, or with dxf, emn files.
4. Provides customer support for problems concerning library parts, models, geometries and board outlines as required.
5. Interfaces with Component Engineering on part, symbol, model and geometry selection, part, symbol attributes and work scheduling.
6. Collaborates with Mechanical design team in Creo to import and create the 3D part models
7. Work as part of a team with operations to make sure all footprints meet the factory floor requirements.
8. Create new and make changes to existing schematic diagrams using Cadence HDL with instructions from the electrical engineering team or Senior Principal Designer.
9. Create intermediate level Cadence Design layouts and all design outputs required for the fabrication and assembly of the board under the direction of a Senior Principal Designer.
10. Participate in design reviews, interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and process engineers to design proto-type and production quality printed circuit boards in accordance with BAE Systems standards and procedures.
11. Work closely with Checkers, various engineering disciplines, Designers and Technical leads
**Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status**
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $69190 - $117590
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 Electronic 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.
**This opportunity can be in our Austin, Texas office or our Hudson, NH office**
As a Design Specialist II, your position would be to create Schematic Symbols and Component footprints for Printed Boards.
Also would include generating board outlines from Creo emn files. Occasionally will require some intermediate level design layout as well as Schematic capture using Cadence Design Software.
There is lots of room to grow in this position as part of an expanding design team working on innovative technology.
Position will involve the following tasks:
1. Using Cadence Design Software, create schematic symbols and Allegro Footprints of electronic parts used on Printed Circuit Boards
2. Receives/Expedites part requests using Product Data Management tool.
3. Will be responsible for creating board outlines manually and, or with dxf, emn files.
4. Provides customer support for problems concerning library parts, models, geometries and board outlines as required.
5. Interfaces with Component Engineering on part, symbol, model and geometry selection, part, symbol attributes and work scheduling.
6. Collaborates with Mechanical design team in Creo to import and create the 3D part models
7. Work as part of a team with operations to make sure all footprints meet the factory floor requirements.
8. Create new and make changes to existing schematic diagrams using Cadence HDL with instructions from the electrical engineering team or Senior Principal Designer.
9. Create intermediate level Cadence Design layouts and all design outputs required for the fabrication and assembly of the board under the direction of a Senior Principal Designer.
10. Participate in design reviews, interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and process engineers to design proto-type and production quality printed circuit boards in accordance with BAE Systems standards and procedures.
11. Work closely with Checkers, various engineering disciplines, Designers and Technical leads
**Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status**
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Cadence allegro 17.2 or higher Layout experience and or Librarian and Schematic capture.
- Proficiency with AUTO CAD Mechanical 2017.
- Able to read and interpret industry part specifications.
- Proficiency with Excel.
- Proficiency with a Product Data Management tool such as Dassault Systems ENOVIA.
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
- Solid understanding of IPC-2221 and associated specs and standards.
- Great communicator, not afraid to try new things and takes direction well.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent. Alternatively, 5 years of experience creating parts in the electronics field using the Cadence Allegro tool suite.
- Knowledge of Printed Board Assembly and fabrication process.
- Some experience with Creo a plus.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $69190 - $117590
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 Electronic 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.
BAE Systems, Inc. San Jose, California, USA Office
6331 San Ignacio Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States, 95119
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