JOB DESCRIPTION
What’s it like working for a company that manufactures the world’s greatest military combat vehicles? Inspiring!
BAE Systems is an industry leader in the design, development, manufacture, systems integration, and life cycle support for ground and amphibious combat vehicles and advanced weapon systems. As part of our engineering and manufacturing team, you can help us ensure the integrity and reliability of our most critical products. Our Combat Mission Systems business is currently looking for a Senior Tool Design Specialist that is dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes through the development of tooling and rising to the challenge to deliver products that help protect the lives of those who serve.
As a Senior Tool Design Specialist, you will:
- Produce 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawing packages from specified instructions using standard design procedures for the development of new components, assemblies, systems, or subsystems.
- Conceptualize and design a variety of tooling and fixtures for use in a production environment, including weld templates, drill jigs, assembly fixtures, holding fixtures, lifting devices and checking fixtures.
- Review tool drawings for accuracy and producibility.
- Work closely with manufacturing engineers, product design, and quality engineers to identify and mitigate production risks.
- Provide support to tool room machinists and welders throughout fixture fabrication processes.
- Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) testing on lifting device and work stand designs and will assist with fixture load testing.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS
- Minimum experience of 4 years in a design engineering role with a Bachelor’s degree, 6 years with an Associate’s degree or 8 years with a high school diploma / GED.
- Detail-oriented and proficient in modeling and drafting using Autodesk Inventor (preferred), Pro Engineer/Creo, SolidWorks, or Siemens NX.
- Ability to design safe structural/mechanical assemblies and quickly develop solutions to mitigate complex production challenges.
- Must have a strong knowledge base in various engineering and manufacturing disciplines—specifically related to tooling, welding and machining.
- Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels.
- A general understanding and application of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances (GD&T).
- Efficient with Microsoft programs, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related discipline.
- Experience designing tooling and fixtures.
- Fabrication experience (machining and welding).
- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems. #LI-Onsite #LI-JR1
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