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BAE Systems is looking for Test Engineering Assistants to work as part of a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to integrate, debug, and test sophisticated, next generation digital EW systems.

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Engineering Assistant V

Nashua, NH · On-site

BAE Systems is looking for Test Engineering Assistants to work as part of a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to integrate, debug, and test sophisticated, next generation digital EW systems.

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Engineering Assistant III

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

Empowering. BAE Systems is looking for a Quality Engineering Assistant who is excited to join a leading top tier global aerospace & defense enterprise as part of Controls & Avionics Solutions ...

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Engineering Assistant III

Nashua, NH · On-site

The Engineering Assistant at BAE Systems, Inc is responsible for providing technical support for engineering personnel in a research or design/development environment. The role involves planning and ...

Addresx

$110 - $140/hr

... complex engineering and technology challenges, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable impact across BAE Systems's Texas and national operations. Key Responsibilities

Addresx

WI · On-site

$110 - $140/hr

... complex engineering and technology challenges, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable impact across BAE Systems's Texas and national operations. Key Responsibilities

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Systems Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$88K - $149K/yr

... engineering tools, (CAMEO, DOORS, Etc...). * Documentation: Assist in the creation of technical ... At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and ...

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Engineering Assistant V

Huntsville, AL · On-site

The Engineering Assistant role includes a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited ... About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc ...

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Engineering Assistant II

Endicott, NY · On-site

BAE Systems is seeking a Quality Engineering Assistant (QEA) to support programs in the value streams within the CAS Business Area. The QAE will support the manufacturing floor with quality issues ...

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Requirements Systems Engineer

Rockville, MD

$97K - $164K/yr

BAE Systems is seeking a Requirements Systems Engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. The ideal candidate would be self-motivated, proactive ...

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Requirements Systems Engineer

Potomac, MD · On-site

$97K - $164K/yr

BAE Systems is seeking a Requirements Systems Engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. The ideal candidate would be self-motivated, proactive ...

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Requirements Systems Engineer

Rockville, MD · On-site

$97K - $164K/yr

BAE Systems is seeking a Requirements Systems Engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. The ideal candidate would be self-motivated, proactive ...

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Do workers at BAE Systems get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
72% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Does BAE Systems pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
69% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

At BAE Systems, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
77% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from BAE Systems affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at BAE Systems?

Most people get paid time off work.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 48% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 17% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 9% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 26% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers at BAE Systems worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
94% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do BAE Systems workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
45% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it for BAE Systems workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
36% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at BAE Systems?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do BAE Systems managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
94% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

Do jobs at BAE Systems spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
8% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at BAE Systems?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
93% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is a BAE Systems job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
100% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is working at BAE Systems good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at BAE Systems feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
89% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at BAE Systems get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
78% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at BAE Systems?

Some people feel stressed here.
56% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at BAE Systems enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at BAE Systems recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
34% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at BAE Systems?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at BAE Systems?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 38% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people think BAE Systems’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
89% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how BAE Systems is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
42% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

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Infographic showing various Engineering Assistant job openings at Bae Systems in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Engineering Assistant V

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On-site

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Posted 16 days ago

BAE Systems rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 49 rated military and defense

Job description


Thank you for your interest in BAE Systems! This opening is included as part of our September 2026 Defense Electronics Engineering Hiring Event. While we encourage all interested professionals to apply, please note that this is a selection-based interview event for candidates whose skills and experience match our hiring needs. If your background and skill set match these needs, we will reach out with next steps. If selected for an interview, specific opportunities based on your interests, experience, and skill set will be discussed with the hiring team. For candidates not local to the northern New Jersey area, virtual interviews will be accommodated.
BAE Systems is looking for Test Engineering Assistants to work as part of a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary team to integrate, debug, and test sophisticated, next generation digital EW systems. We are seeking Test Engineering Assistants to Integrate and Test the full capabilities of our RFEW systems that detect, identify, locate, and counter RF threats.
If you join our Electronic Combat Systems engineering team you will join a growing dynamic group of engineers developing leading edge EW capabilities built with state-of-the-art electronics. BAE Systems seeks all levels of experience and will mentor more junior test engineering assistants and provide more challenging assignments to our most senior test engineering assistants. At BAE Systems our products operate in extreme environments spanning air, land, sea, and space; we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®."
Summary:
The Test Engineering Assistant provides advanced support for Electronic Warfare (EW) system integration and testing within a System Integration Lab environment. This role assists engineering teams by executing test procedures, operating and maintaining RF/electronic test equipment, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring accurate documentation of test results to support system verification and validation activities.
In this Test Engineering Assistant position you will make impacts in the following ways;
  • Support Electronic Warfare system integration efforts including setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of hardware components, software loads, RF subsystems, cables, harnesses, and test fixtures.
  • Execute detailed engineering test procedures to evaluate system functionality, RF performance, subsystem interoperability, and mission-specific behaviors.
  • Operate and maintain a wide range of electronic and RF test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and digital acquisition tools.
  • Collect, validate, and organize technical data; assist engineers with evaluating results, identifying anomalies, and maintaining test traceability.
  • Perform system-level troubleshooting and assist with fault isolation and root-cause analyses for hardware, software, and RF-related issues.
  • Maintain lab readiness by tracking equipment inventory, coordinating calibrations, documenting configuration changes, and supporting adherence to lab processes.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, security, and documentation requirements.
  • Create and maintain test logs, configuration records, setup diagrams, and work instructions.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to support verification, validation, and acceptance test activities.

This position will require you to be onsite at our Wayne , NJ or Totowa, NJ location. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
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.
Required Skills and Education
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance and able to meet future clearance requirements based on program requirements (Top Secret, SCI)
  • High School Diploma plus 4 years of related experience.
  • Experience testing and troubleshooting systems, modules, and/or sub-assemblies.
  • Good understanding of basic electronics and ability to work with common test equipment.
  • Problem-solving mindset and ability to think critically when troubleshooting.
  • Ability to read and follow engineering procedures, wiring diagrams, and system configuration instructions.
  • Teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Must adhere to all security protocols for handling classified systems, environments, and materials.

Preferred Skills and Education
  • Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology or related technical field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
  • Active US Secret Clearance or above
  • Experience working with RF systems, military electronics, or Electronic Warfare subsystems.
  • Familiarity with system integration labs, hardware-in-the-loop environments, or structured engineering test processes.
  • Exposure to basic scripting or data processing tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB) is a plus

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At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

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National security and international affairs and it services

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

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