• Job Description

  Req#: 119359BR

  Job Description

  BAE Space and Mission Systems, Inc. is seeking a talented and motivated RF Systems Analyst to support our team of experts in developing cutting-edge RF payload solutions. As a key member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with experienced engineers, and develop your skills in RF signal chain analysis.
  
  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:
  

  • Support RF payload system and box/board level design and analysis
  • Analyze RF signal chain performance to assess and develop requirements, including noise figure, gain, and IP2/IP3
  • Learn and perform systems engineering tasks throughout a program or Research and Development (R&D) project lifecycle.
  • Contribute to the decomposition and allocation of RF payload requirements to lower-level specifications. Refine requirements as necessary.
  • Develop and monitor the margin management philosophy throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Synthesize and analyze payload system performance, including spatial, spectral, and radiometric performance, for compliance and verification of requirements.
  • Contribute to analyses for the development of error trees and Technical Performance Measures (TPM).
  • Explore system interfaces and development of payload Interface Control Documents (ICD).
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts from other disciplines including calibration, optical, thermal, and focal plane subsystems.
  • Work alongside AI&T engineers to support the test configurations, verification approaches, and analysis plans necessary for payload verification.
  • Lead the development, test and evaluation of hardware, software, support equipment and systems as required.
  • Prepare and deliver presentations to peers, management, and/or customers, as required.
  • Support program gates such as the System Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR), Test Readiness Review (TRR), and payload sell-off.
  • Learn about payload technical proposal development including estimates of systems team labor and schedule.
  • 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.

  Work Environment: This position may be performed working primarily remotely. Travel/commute to various company and/or customer locations at time when not "home based" 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.

  Job Title

  Eng I - Sys

  Postal Code

  80021-2510

  Job Family

  Systems Eng

  Travel Percentage

  10%

  Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

  Top Secret/SCI Polygraph

  Shift

  1st Shift

  Regular or Temporary

  Regular

  Typical Education and Experience

  Typically a High School Diploma and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience

  Required Skills and Education

  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related field is required.
  • Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of related 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.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI Polygraph security clearance is required.
  • Familiarity in computer application skills, such as Python, Matlab, C, C++, IDL, STK, DOORS, and other analytical tools
  • Experience in multiple lifecycle phases in RF, tactical, or electro-optical system programs from concept development and program kick- off through post-delivery support.
  • Experience with data analysis and modeling related to image processing, calibration, remote sensing, optical payload test, or focal plane assembly (FPA) test.
  • Demonstrated technical and interpersonal skills—ability to work with a team, predict and meet schedules, resolve disconnects.
  • Effective communication skills are essential, including the ability to understand the team’s needs, ask insightful questions, and provide clear communication of proposed solutions

  #LI-JL2

  A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

  Preferred Skills and Education

  BS degree or higher with RF sensing payload and mission architecture coursework and / or work experience.

  Department

  5450_ESA-Payload

  Company

  110_BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems Inc.

  Posting Requirements

  Internal/External

  Job Category

  Engineering & Technology

  U.S. Person Required

  Yes

  Business Area

  ESA - Payload

  Physical location of the job

  Full-time remote

  Additional Country (1)

  United States

  Additional State/Province (1)

  Colorado

  Additional City (1)

  Boulder

  Additional Postal Code (1)

  80301

  Salary Max Point

  108210

  Salary Min Point

  63653

  Union Job

  None

  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 government and commercial customers. 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.
  
  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.
  
  Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

  Recruiter

  Stuart Wulterkens

  U.S. Citizenship Required

  Yes

• About the company

  76667 BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company.

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