The job in short
Principal mechanical engineering.
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-09-18
- Location as listed
- Nashua, New Hampshire, United States
- Role
- Mechanical Engineer
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
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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. 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. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.
The Role
Given our continued growth, we have immediate roles available for an experienced and highly motivated Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Transition to Production and Product Support team. In this role, you will drive the success of advanced product lines, working closely with an elite team to support cutting-edge hardware fielded on the most advanced military platforms in the world.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day activities will vary and include high-level technical leadership and execution, specifically:
• Program Leadership: Serve as the Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead coordinating cross-functional efforts to ensure seamless integration and delivery.
• Specialized Technical Oversight: Act as the Lead Mechanical Engineering (ME) support for RF modules and Microwave systems, providing subject matter expertise to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Portfolio Support: Provide expert ME support across the full spectrum of F-35 Production and Sustainment programs, ensuring operational excellence across all product families.
• Issue Resolution: Lead and peer-review the resolution of mechanical product defects, implementing robust corrective actions to maintain mission readiness.
• Operational Excellence: Drive strategic improvements in product yield and affordability to optimize production efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the on-time delivery of high-quality products that directly support the War Fighter.
If you are looking to be immersed in a myriad of new technical challenges, this role is for you!
Our Culture
At BAE Systems, we thrive in a diverse and dynamic team-oriented environment built on principles of respect and trust. Our engineers interact with colleagues and peers of various disciplines and backgrounds to arrive at innovative solutions to problems. We encourage collaboration and foster an environment of knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
Take the first step towards achieving your career goals with us and apply today!
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