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BAE Systems is looking for a Manufacturing Electrical Engineer (3rd Shift) with experience to work in our Top-Level group in Cedar Rapids, IA.
This position will work with a variety of technology while supporting multiple product lines in our Navigation & Sensor Systems Operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in understanding manufacturing test procedures, troubleshooting complex RF and digital circuitry, and communicating solutions to a broad range of audiences.
This position will be part of an integrated product line staff that will support test solutions for new and existing GPS portfolio of products. Time management, prioritization, multitasking, and clear communication skills are a must. Daily tasks will include working in close coordination with test technicians, industrial engineers, design engineers, assembly operators, and other support staff. The candidate that will fill this position will benefit from software experience/expertise in applications such as lab view, National Instruments test stand application, Minitab data analysis tools, and use of troubleshooting equipment, not limited to: network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, DMM’s, logic analyzers, power supplies and electronic loads. This position also requires support and troubleshooting of Environmental Stress Simulation, vibration test equipment and other software suites.
Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Implementing and managing automated test handlers into product line test solutions.
Evaluate data for Trend and Yield analysis of defect modes.
Provide strategic long term goals to team with roadmap for execution.
Evaluate new product test solutions focusing on maximizing test coverage and fit in the manufacturing process.
Lead team in executing lean electronics improvement activities.
Coordinate several projects and complex engineering activities while balancing production priorities and schedules.
Provide technical assistance and training support for test technician training program.
Evaluate higher assembly level failures of cognizant components and associate those failures to component level testing.
Collaborates with Design Engineers to analyze and resolve design tolerance problems.
Coordinates design changes or improvements between OPS and Design Engineering teams.
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100 of the time.
