Principal Mechanical Engineer (Design/Analysis)

BAE Systems

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Nashua, New Hampshire

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PERMANENT

REMOTE/WORK

FROM HOME

Updated 09/06/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead a team of mechanical engineers and to be a subject matter expert in designing and developing innovative mechanical solutions for dynamic electronic military systems.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical engineering, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a proven track record of driving technical innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a team of mechanical engineers in designing, developing, and integrating complex countermeasure and electromagnetic attack solutions

Be a Mechanical Engineer on key business pursuits helping to define requirements that meet the needs of the customer

Develop robust hardware solutions to meet demanding customer requirements

Mentor and develop team members skills to advance into technical leadership roles

Perform / assess detailed design and analyses, including thermal and structural analyses

Generate / assess 3D solid models, utilize GD&T principles, and perform tolerance analyses to ensure fit and function

Generate/ assess designs against environmental requirements and generate prototypes for test and verification efforts

Requirements:

• Strong background in mechanical engineering with expertise in design and analysis
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Experience working with integrated military electronic hardware and related test equipment
• Ability to work individually and in small team environments
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to execute complex projects

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship.

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.

Requirements

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

6+ years' experience in mechanical engineering

Technical Skills

Strong background in mechanical engineering with expertise in design and analysis

Solid fundamentals of mechanical design, analysis, and documentation principles

Experience with state-of-the-art mechanical engineering development software tools (ANSYS Workbench/Mechanical, PTC Creo, MATLAB, etc)

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Knowledge/experience with manufacturing, production, and sustainment of mechanical systems and hardware

Knowledge of design for manufacturing (DFM) principles

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Soft Skills

Excellent leadership and communication skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work individually and in team environments

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to execute complex projects

Motivated self-starter and problem solver with proven experience executing in multi-disciplinary teams

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range:

$115779 - $196825

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.

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