Senior Principal Battery Systems Engineer
BAE Systems, Inc. · Endicott, NY
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- Full-time
- $160,000 / year
- Endicott, NY
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Job highlights
- Design advanced battery systems for aircraft.
- Develop safety-critical, high-power battery solutions.
- Integrate battery systems into vehicle architectures.
- Lead full lifecycle development of battery systems.
- Collaborate on high-profile aerospace projects.
About the role
Senior Principal Battery Systems Engineer
Join BAE Systems, a leader in aerospace and defense, as a Propulsion Battery Systems Engineer. You will design and develop cutting-edge propulsion battery systems for various aircraft, including conventional aircraft, helicopters, and Advanced Air Mobility vehicles. Be part of a legacy of excellence and contribute to the future of electric aviation.
Your Role
As a Propulsion Battery Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for:
- Developing, allocating, and managing complex system, hardware, and software requirements.
- Researching and developing complex, safety-critical, high-power battery system designs and architectures.
- Defining hardware, software, and programmable logic interfaces and functionality.
- Preparing and reviewing documentation for system designs and architectures.
- Performing system and/or product integration.
- Verifying and validating complex aspects of system designs to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting options for work-life balance.
- Culture of recognition for the extraordinary contributions of our skilled employees.
- Access to cutting-edge technology and resources.
- Collaborative team environment with opportunities to work on high-profile projects.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
- B.S. in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 8 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 and ability to create required engineering documentation.
- Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership.
- Experience in developing and architecting SOC, SOP, SOH and SOE models and validating them at model level.
- Knowledge of high-voltage electrical power system design, battery management system designs, and thermal management of energy storage systems.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
- Master's Degree in a 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 ARP-4754A and ARP-4761, DO-311A, and FAA TSO process.
Pay Information:
Full-Time Salary Range: $120,874 - $205,486
This range is based on our market pay structures. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications (skills, education, experience).
Employee Benefits:
BAE Systems supports employees' health and financial well-being with comprehensive benefits. Regular employees (20+ hrs/week) receive health, dental, and vision insurance, HSAs, 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, and life/accident insurance. Additional perks include an employee assistance program, legal plan, and discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance. Leave programs include PTO, paid holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and applicable sick leave. Employees can participate in the company recognition program for awards.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems:
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace, and security company. We deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, IT solutions, and customer support. Improving the future and protecting lives is our mission. We use passion and ingenuity to defend national security with breakthrough technology and intelligence solutions. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. We push the limits of what is possible, giving customers an edge and employees opportunities to change the world. Our products are found from the ocean depths to outer space. With over 14,000 talented Electronic Systems employees, we make an impact for our customers and communities.
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.
Key skills/competency
- Battery Systems Engineering
- System Requirements
- High-Power Battery Design
- Safety-Critical Systems
- Vehicle Integration
- Lifecycle Development
- Technical Leadership
- Battery Modeling (SOC, SOP, SOH, SOE)
- High-Voltage Systems
- Aerospace Engineering
Skills & topics
- Battery Systems Engineer
- Aerospace Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Systems Engineering
- High-Power Systems
- Safety-Critical Systems
- Battery Design
- Vehicle Integration
- Requirements Management
- Technical Leadership
- Battery Management Systems
- Thermal Management
- Model-Based Development
- Validation
- Verification
- Full Lifecycle Development
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years of battery systems design, integration, and full lifecycle experience, emphasizing high-power and safety-critical applications. Quantify achievements where possible.
- Showcase leadership: Demonstrate your technical leadership, experience with SOC, SOP, SOH, SOE models, and knowledge of high-voltage systems in your application and resume.
- Address requirements: Clearly map your qualifications to the required and preferred skills, especially BS/MS degrees in relevant engineering fields and experience with certification processes like ARP-4754A.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss battery system architectures, integration challenges, validation strategies, and your experience with safety-critical designs for aerospace applications.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for a Senior Principal Battery Systems Engineer at BAE Systems?
- The full-time salary range for a Senior Principal Battery Systems Engineer at BAE Systems is $120,874 - $205,486 annually. Actual salaries are determined by factors such as business needs, local market conditions, and candidate qualifications.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Propulsion Battery Systems Engineer at BAE Systems?
- Key responsibilities include developing and managing system/hardware/software requirements, designing high-power, safety-critical battery systems, defining interfaces, preparing documentation, performing integration, and validating system designs for BAE Systems' innovative aircraft projects.
- What qualifications are required for the Senior Principal Battery Systems Engineer role at BAE Systems?
- A Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field and at least 8 years of experience in battery systems design, architecture, and integration are required. Experience with high-power or safety-critical applications, vehicle integration, and full lifecycle development is essential.
- Does BAE Systems offer remote or hybrid work options for this role?
- BAE Systems offers telecommuting options, flextime, and every other Friday off, suggesting a flexible work arrangement that may include hybrid or remote components, though specific details would be confirmed during the hiring process.
- What kind of benefits does BAE Systems provide for its employees?
- BAE Systems offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, disability and life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and various other perks and programs designed to support employee well-being.
- What are the preferred qualifications for the Senior Principal Battery Systems Engineer position?
- Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree in a related engineering field, experience with formal validation/verification procedures, knowledge of commercial/military certification objectives, model-based development, and experience with safety-critical battery system deployment.
- How can I ensure my resume is well-suited for the Senior Principal Battery Systems Engineer position at BAE Systems?
- Tailor your resume to highlight your 8+ years of experience in battery systems, emphasizing high-power, safety-critical applications, vehicle integration, and full lifecycle development. Showcase any technical leadership and specific modeling experience (SOC, SOP, SOH, SOE).
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