Failure Analysis Engineer

Job Description
It’s about the journey. Whether it’s a bus ride or flight, our commercial electronic systems help transport millions of passengers every day. Every second a plane takes off somewhere in the world, enabled by our flight-critical products. Be part of our journey at Electronic Systems where you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. Now you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World™.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is seeking a Failure Analyst for our Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS) business location in Fort Wayne, IN. Being a trusted provider of commercial aircraft solutions, the CAS business also develops and produces highly reliable, adaptable, and scalable avionics solutions for the leading manufacturers of commercial aircraft and their propulsion systems. As a member of BAE Systems’ team, you will have the opportunity to work hands-on with complex electronic controls and solve challenging technical problems that both enhance our products performance and matter to our customers.

Job responsibilities for the position may include:

• Perform Root Cause Failure Analysis of components and assemblies used in avionics controls
• Develop and execute root cause analysis plans following standard RC/CA processes.
• Interface / collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal functions to maximize efficiencies and performance throughout the product lifecycle
• Generate Root Cause results documentation – Failure Analysis Reports, etc.
• Recommend corrective actions and recurrence mitigation strategies.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite in the Fort Wayne, IN manufacturing facility and remote. Some light travel may be required (10%).

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must demonstrate a well-developed problem solving and root cause analysis approach.
• Familiar with electrical and mechanical failure modes and materials
• Establish and maintain effective relationship with stakeholders from design, suppliers, operations, and end-use customers, to achieve the optimal implementation of corrective actions based on root cause findings
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of duties while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws.
• Must have excellent communication skills in writing details technical reports, as well as verbal technical discussions with design, operations, suppliers, customers, and all levels of management.
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills to prepare appropriate reports and documentation.
• Ability to operate independently while balancing multiple tasks and priorities.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Real-time x-ray radiography
• Chemical de-processing using acids and materials specific solvents
• Manual de-processing and cross sectioning
• Scanning electron microscopy
• General electrical test equipment (e.g. power suppliers, meters, curve tracers)
• Macro/micro photography using high-resolution stereo microscopes and related software
• Experience in performing root-cause component failure analyses on electrical, mechanical and mechatronic components and assemblies used in avionics applications (e.g. resistors, capacitors, inductors, semiconductors, microcircuits, relays, switches, printed circuit boards, solder interconnects, etc.)
• Familiarity with FTIR and CSAM analysis
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead a small team to resolve open ended problems
• Ability to coach and mentor others in the organization
• Working knowledge of reliability engineering principals including design of experiments, accelerated life testing, Weibull analysis, normal population distribution
• Working knowledge of physical metallurgy as it relates to failure mechanism identification

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $96623 - $164259

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

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.