Supports system engineers with combat-system integration at a land-based test site. Plans power, cooling, equipment mounting, interfaces, and security; prepares design packages, review briefs, test plans, and schedules; and helps drive equipment installation and system activation milestones. Work is performed at SCSC in Wallops Island, Virginia, primarily during weekday first shifts, with occasional evenings or weekends required.
Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking an Engineering Assistant with experience relevant to U.S. Navy Aegis and/or Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) combat systems. In this role, you will support System Engineers in the integration of combat systems at a land-based test site. This work includes planning power, cooling, equipment mounting, interfaces, and security for combat systems installation. Work products will include draft and final design packages, design review briefs, test plans, and schedules. You will assist System Engineers in driving the installation of equipment and activation schedules to deliver functional systems. Work is performed at the Surface Combat Systems Center (SCSC) in Wallops Island, VA. SCSC is located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and provides AEGIS and Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) combat systems for engineering, testing, training, and certification.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
This position requires a high school or GED diploma and five (5) years of relevant experience.
Work is primarily performed on the 1st shift, Monday - Friday. However, the successful candidate must be able to work evenings or weekends when necessary to meet system activation milestones.
This position requires a Secret clearance. You must be a US citizen to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
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, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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 is seeking an Engineering Assistant with experience relevant to U.S. Navy Aegis and/or Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) combat systems. In this role, you will support System Engineers in the integration of combat systems at a land-based test site. This work includes planning power, cooling, equipment mounting, interfaces, and security for combat systems installation. Work products will include draft and final design packages, design review briefs, test plans, and schedules. You will assist System Engineers in driving the installation of equipment and activation schedules to deliver functional systems. Work is performed at the Surface Combat Systems Center (SCSC) in Wallops Island, VA. SCSC is located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and provides AEGIS and Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) combat systems for engineering, testing, training, and certification.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
This position requires a high school or GED diploma and five (5) years of relevant experience.
Work is primarily performed on the 1st shift, Monday - Friday. However, the successful candidate must be able to work evenings or weekends when necessary to meet system activation milestones.
This position requires a Secret clearance. You must be a US citizen to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- An associate's degree in engineering technology.
- Experience with CAD or MSBE software.
- Direct experience with U.S. Navy AEGIS and/or SSDS systems.
- Experience implementing DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) standards.
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
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, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
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