FAST Labs Electrical Engineer I

BAE Systems USA

UShybrid$65k-$110k/yrPosted Jul 20, 2026
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Skills

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About the role

Job Description

See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.

FAST Labs™ succeeds through teams who collaborate to mature and deliver leading edge technologies to internal and external customers. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive technology maturation velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safely. We are innovating for the future. And 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 Protect Those Who Protect Us®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

We are seeking an entry level Electrical Design Engineer to join our FAST Labs team. Our engineers create and develop advanced technology capabilities in the areas of advanced electronics, autonomy, cyber, electronic warfare, and sensors and processing in a fast-paced research and development (R&D) environment.

In this role, you will have opportunities to work as an electrical engineer on a cross functional team made up of Scientists, Systems/Software/Hardware Engineers, and Program Management under the guidance of a Chief Engineer on research programs. As a FAST Labs Electrical Engineer, you will:

Assist in translating system requirements into compliant complex printed board assembly designs.

Technical trade studies, evaluation of technology insertion/upgrades, laboratory test and troubleshooting.

Integrate Evaluate hardware module performance using simulation tools and prototype hardware in a Laboratory environment.

Will execute electrical engineering design and development.

Will perform electronic circuit design and be capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Create design documentation and verification test procedures.

Additional responsibilities may include developing technical reports, presentations, and verification artifacts as well as performing trade studies, work estimates and integration activities.

It will be expected that the candidate be proficient with laboratory equipment and techniques and be executing in a small team environment.

This position will require ~25% travel

On top of numerous diverse and challenging career opportunities, BAE offers flexible schedules (including every other Friday off), competitive compensation, and an excellent benefit package that includes tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees.

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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Candidates for this role should possess a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer science,

Active Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain SCI accesses.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

Experience in any of the following is a PLUS:

Visio

Excel

Ability to read schematics

C, C++, Labview, TestStand are pluses

Iportal/query tools

Material ordering

Team player and resourceful in achieving goals.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374

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 Electronic Systems

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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ 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, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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.

Compensation

This Electrical Engineer role pays $65k-$110k/yr. Within typical range for electrical engineer roles in United States.

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