NPI Principal Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPurple Heart Trail, Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78704, United States
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company. Our mission is ambitious yet clear: improving the future and protecting lives. We deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, alongside advanced electronics, security, and information technology solutions.
Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind our 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, making a significant impact for our customers and the communities we serve.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated NPI Manufacturing Engineer to join our cohesive team environment. This role is designed for those who want a career with a variety of challenges working with technology intended to protect our warfighter.
As an NPI Manufacturing Engineer, you will primarily support the NPI builds and tests of products in our SMT and Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) factory, with opportunities to support our Final Assembly factory from sub-assemblies to box-level end-items. You will work cross-functionally within the operations organization and with other disciplines to ensure quality and efficiency. This position is a first-shift role operating on a 9/80 work schedule, featuring every other Friday off.
In this role, you will collaborate with Product-to-Launch (P2L) and New Product Engineering (NPE) teams to review designs, define optimal process flows, and identify Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) requirements. You will drive the resolution of build-related issues, support pilot line quoting and bidding, and ensure proper tracking of HPU and yield predictions. Your work will directly contribute to the Transition to Production (TTP) process, ensuring that production teams are trained and ready for success.
Hiring Process
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. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about using your ingenuity to defend national security with breakthrough technology.
Equal Opportunity Employer
BAE Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Purple Heart Trail, Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78704, United States
Austin, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCollaborate with Product-to-Launch and New Product Engineering to review designs and provide producibility feedback
- check_circleIdentify Non-Recurring Engineering requirements including fixtures, tooling, and programming
- check_circleDevelop comprehensive work instructions in collaboration with Product Engineers and Methods Writers
- check_circleTrain Production Teams on build processes prior to Transition to Production completion
- check_circleDevelop and qualify new factory processes and ensure proper HPU and Yield tracking
- check_circleSupport Pilot Line quoting and bidding activities and communicate systemic design issues
- check_circleDetermine optimal process flow for new product builds in SMT and Circuit Card Assembly factories
- check_circleSupport Pilot Assembly and Inspection teams during build activities and resolve build-related issues
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline
- verified6-8 years manufacturing/process engineering experience
- verified3 years in new-product introduction (P2L/NPE)
- verifiedSolidWorks/Creo, CNC programming
- verifiedAdvanced Excel/VBA, ERP
- verifiedMinitab/JMP, PowerBI/Tableau
- verifiedMS Project, Smartsheet, JIRA
- verifiedCMfgE, Six-Sigma Green Belt, or PMP certification preferred
Nice to Have
Master's degree or professional certifications (CMfgE, Six-Sigma Green Belt, PMP). Experience in regulated industries and ERP/PLM integration.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountscheck_circle401(k) savings plancheck_circleDisability coverageLife and accident insurance
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Solidworks, Creo, CNC Programming, Excel, Vba, Erp, Minitab, JMP, Powerbi, Tableau.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline required; Master's degree preferred.
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Day-to-day, the NPI Principal Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems will collaborate with product-to-launch and new product engineering to review designs and provide producibility feedback; identify non-recurring engineering requirements including fixtures, tooling, and programming; develop comprehensive work instructions in collaboration with product engineers and methods writers; and train production teams on build processes prior to transition to production completion.
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To qualify for the NPI Principal Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline; 6-8 years manufacturing/process engineering experience; 3 years in new-product introduction (P2L/NPE); SolidWorks/Creo, CNC programming; Advanced Excel/VBA, ERP; and Minitab/JMP, PowerBI/Tableau.
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NPI Principal Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems is based in Purple Heart Trail, Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78704, United States. This is a on-site role.
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BAE Systems has listed this NPI Principal Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance role as on-site.
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NPI Principal Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems typically requires 6–8 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for NPI Principal Manufacturing Engineer with Security Clearance at BAE Systems include Solidworks; Creo; CNC Programming; Excel; Vba; Erp; Minitab; and JMP.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline required; and Master's degree preferred.
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