Battery Systems Engineer

Job Description

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 and remotely.

Looking to make a difference by solving tough, real-world problems? Electronic Systems employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet to reducing carbon-dioxide emissions in the cities around the globe. At Controls and Avionics Solutions (CAS), you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Our US Controls engineering team is already the leader in safety critical aerospace electronics and high-power electric drive systems for commercial transit. Now we’re drawing on that expertise to build energy storage solutions for electrically powered aircraft. Developing batteries capable of safely powering aircraft is a tremendous challenge, but every day BAE Systems is getting closer to making sustainable aviation a reality. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Come build your career with us.

Our growing business is located in the Greater Binghamton area which is home to several sports teams, shopping centers, a growing downtown, the State University of New York at Binghamton, several large healthcare employers and some of New York’s top-ranked school districts. The area enjoys a rich heritage with multiple diverse communities with local cuisine and festival celebrations. From the area to an hour out there is access to hiking, skiing, lakes, waterparks, casinos, golfing, camping and vineyards. A 9/80 work schedule gives employees a great opportunity to experience all that the region has to offer and provides a balanced work and family lifestyle.

This individual will develop propulsion battery systems for conventional aircraft, helicopters, and Advanced Air Mobility vehicles using the latest cell and packaging technology. The role includes opportunities to create system architectures, develop requirements, design solutions, perform system integration and verify the design. As a technical leader in our organization, you will be responsible for ensuring successful technical execution of development programs, providing critical input to Systems Engineering discipline processes and growing the organization’s talent pipeline through mentoring and coaching.

The role includes applying system engineering principles to development of aerospace propulsion battery systems through one or more of the following responsibilities:

• Develop, allocate and manage complex system, hardware and software requirements
• Research and develop complex, safety critical, high power battery system designs and architectures
• Define hardware, software, and programmable logic interfaces and functionality
• Prepare and/or review documentation for system designs and architectures in accordance with established system development processes and procedures
• Perform system and/or product integration
• Verify and validate complex aspects of system designs to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements
• Produce and/or review technical documents, specifications and standards

Candidates should possess strong communication skills both written and oral. Candidates should also demonstrate sound interpersonal skills, including the ability to interface, coordinate and negotiate with company personnel, customers and suppliers. An individual at this level should demonstrate the ability to lead small work groups or program teams.
BAE Systems offers competitive pay, benefits, and important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. BAE also believes in a culture of recognition for the extraordinary contributions of our skilled employees. This position is based in Endicott, NY.

Who you are:

• Collaborative: “You love working with a team and receiving input from others.”
• Customer / Client-Oriented: “You’re always anticipating your customer’s needs and working to exceed their expectations.”
• Innovative: “You are always looking for ways to do things better and faster.”

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
B.S. Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

6 years of experience designing, architecting and integrating battery systems, especially for high-power or safety critical applications
Demonstrated experience integrating battery systems into vehicles or high-level power system architectures.
Experience in full lifecycle development including system requirements, design, system-level integration, validation, and verification.
Technical writing skills: capable of creating required engineering documentation.
Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership.
Knowledge of high voltage (> 400 volts) electrical power system design.
Knowledge of battery management system designs
Knowledge of thermal management of energy storage systems, air and liquid cooling.
Knowledge of system safety principles and failure modes and effects analysis techniques.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Master’s Degree in related engineering field
Experience with development of formal validation and verification procedures.
Knowledgeable of commercial and military certification objectives and activities.
Working knowledge of model based development of systems and/or software.
Demonstrated experience testing batteries and power systems.
Demonstrated experience with deploying battery systems for safety critical applications.
Knowledge of with ARP-4754A and ARP-4761.
Demonstrated experience with DO-311A
Demonstrated experience with FAA TSO process

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510

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.