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Job Description
BAE Systems is a leading provider of the AN/UPX-46 radar system and its related components for the United States Navy and Coast Guard. Committed to exceeding product requirements and supporting our government and defense partners, we are expanding our team to continue delivering high-quality, reliable solutions.
The selected candidate will join our team as a Lead Production Technician in support of the AN/UPX-46 Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) system. In this role, you will ensure that assembly and manufacturing processes align with BAE Systems high-quality standards and the U.S. Government requirements. You will work closely with your peers to inspect new parts and assemble kits. If selected you will maintain open communication, and foster teamwork between the three entities in the department.
Key Responsibilities:
This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in the St. Mary's County Technology Corridor adjacent to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas.
Required 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 Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
BAE Systems is a leading provider of the AN/UPX-46 radar system and its related components for the United States Navy and Coast Guard. Committed to exceeding product requirements and supporting our government and defense partners, we are expanding our team to continue delivering high-quality, reliable solutions.
The selected candidate will join our team as a Lead Production Technician in support of the AN/UPX-46 Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) system. In this role, you will ensure that assembly and manufacturing processes align with BAE Systems high-quality standards and the U.S. Government requirements. You will work closely with your peers to inspect new parts and assemble kits. If selected you will maintain open communication, and foster teamwork between the three entities in the department.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a production liaison, ensuring parts availability to prevent assembly disruptions.
- Report production hours, serial numbers, and conversions in the Maintenance Action Forms (MAFs) and relevant databases.
- Monitor adherence to soldering and cable fabrication standards, as learned in certification courses, to guarantee compliance and quality in manufacturing processes.
- Create and modify drawings, manufacturing, and wiring assembly instructions under government direction.
- Develop prototypes and adapters as required.
- Manage and track the calibration of all equipment, including multimeters, crimpers, and soldering stations.
- Attend weekly meetings to update project leaders on equipment fabrication progress, ensuring timely completion and reporting.
- Collaborate closely with other technicians on projects involving Combat Identification equipment, such as the Mark XI and Mark XIIA systems.
- Work alongside BAE Systems personnel, subcontractors, and onsite government representatives to ensure seamless project execution.
- Conduct inspections on incoming metalwork and oversee pre-expendable bin inventory and maintenance.
- Travel 30% to assist with Navy ship modifications and IFF equipment repairs.
- Lift and carry heavy objects as needed.
- Occasional overtime or weekend hours may be required to meet installation and repair deadlines.
This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in the St. Mary's County Technology Corridor adjacent to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station.
There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in electronic systems troubleshooting and repair, or completion of vocational technical training in electronics
- Proficient in using basic hand tools and general computer skills
- Physical capable of lifting 40 pounds and perform material movement, storage, and handling tasks
- Familiarity with Navy stock systems, as well as maintaining a safe and orderly work area
- Ability to successfully complete BAE Systems solder certification, cable fabrication, and SMT training
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 Intelligence & Security
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.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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At BAE Systems, our ethos is etched in purpose – a purpose that binds us to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. Guided by unwavering commitment, we stand shoulder to shoulder with our defenders, fostering an environment where purpose isn’t just a statement, it’s our shared heartbeat.
