[Hiring] Design Checking Specialist @BAE Systems

Role Description

In this role, you will:

• Create schematic symbols and component footprints of electronic parts used for printed circuit design using Cadence, Siemens and Zuken software.
• Provide customer support for problems concerning library parts and models as required.
• Interface with Component Engineering on part, symbol, model and geometry selection and part symbol attributes.
• Work with operations to ensure component footprints meet product producibility requirements.
• Check that all electrical and physical specifications meet the specific design requirements for each Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design.
• Participate in design reviews, interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and process engineers to design prototype and production quality printed circuit boards in accordance with BAE Systems’ standards and procedures.
• Check related fabrication and assembly drawings, parts lists, incorporated changes to existing design documentation and component library parts.
• Review all output files required for manufacture of the board and assembly to ensure they are ready for fabrication.
• Provide feedback to design engineers to ensure functionality and manufacturability of PCB designs.
• Suggest options when faced with challenging PCB design situations including resolutions to non-standard problems.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience.
• An Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree or higher and/or demonstrated experience and proficiency in printed circuit board design.
• Must have 8+ years of hands-on printed circuit board design experience or Component Librarian experience.
• Must have ambition to lead the creation of the Cadence Library for the NSS PCB team.
• Must be willing to lead PCB Designers through tool changes.
• Proficient with complex and high-density board layouts IAW IPC-2221 and associated specifications and standards.
• Strong communication skills for conveying technical information to leaders, engineers, checkers and peers.
• Experience with incorporating engineering change orders.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the printed circuit board design process.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Must be capable of obtaining a U.S. DoW Secret security clearance.
• An Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• CID or CID+ through the IPC Designer Certification Program.
• 10+ years of experience in the design of printed circuit boards and flex circuit boards.
• 5+ years of experience in the Component Librarian function.
• 5+ years of experience in the PCB checking function.
• Proficient with Mentor Graphics Xpedition and Zuken CR-5000.
• Proficient with System Capture, Cadence Pulse and Cadence Allegro.
• Proficient in using CAD tool constraint managers and have a solid understanding of signal integrity and design for manufacturing rules.
• Experience with Dassault Systemes ENOVIA PDM.
• Active U.S. DoW security clearance.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment.
• Robust offering of educational and career development opportunities.

Company Description

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.