{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"346a23d4cf9f5fc69eff503f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/346a23d4cf9f5fc69eff503f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/346a23d4cf9f5fc69eff503f","title":"Test Engineer - Automatic Cable Test Support","description":"Job Description\nThe Opportunity\nBAE Systems is seeking a Test Engineer with an Electrical Engineering and/or cable testing background. Join our System Test team within our System Realization Division and become a member of a diverse, enthusiastic, and highly productive team, where each employee has the opportunity to grow their skills and work on rewarding systems level integration and verification projects in support of the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs, the sea-based leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. Working closely with an interdisciplinary team focused on deployment of automatic cable test equipment, the select candidate will support system level integration and verification of the Strategic Weapon System by performing the following functions:\nCalibrate and troubleshoot automatic cable test equipment\nTranslate cable running sheets and wiring diagrams into testable requirements\nDevelop cable test database and shorting plugs based on cable configurations\nTrack and resolve problems identified during cable testing\nReview and develop test procedures, test requirements, quality assurance plans, and configuration management plans\nWho You Are\nYou are driven by mission\nYou love learning how to use and administer new tools and technologies\nYou enjoy working with people and collaborating across teams\nYou have a high degree of personal drive, initiative, and the ability to drive change\nYou are able to explain complex subjects concisely in person and in email\nYou love finding new and creative ways to solve problems\nYou constantly ask questions and love learning\nYou are always anticipating your customer’s needs and working to exceed their expectations\nYou live for details\nYou are willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job done\nYou are always looking for ways to do things better and faster\nYou are constantly updating your to-do list and planning ahead\nYou are more interested in getting the job done right than who gets credit\nYou are a good judge of how long projects take to complete, and always alert others if things get off track\n\nRequired Education, Experience, & Skills\nEducation and related/relevant years of professional work experience: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related science, engineering or technical degree and at least four years of relevant work experience.\n\nAdditional skills/experience required:\nExperience with cable test or automated test equipment\nExperience reading cable running sheets, wiring diagrams, and wiring tables\nExperience conducting research, problem solving, or analysis\nDemonstrated ability to document work performed and processes conducted\nAbility to self-manage and interpret and follow requirements\nExperience communicating advanced technical concerns with management, customers, and external contractors\n\nPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills\n\n6 – 8 years of relevant professional experience\nPrior experience working within the (PAE) Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) organization\nExperience with requirements documentation and verification testing\nDemonstrated experience in Test and Evaluation mythologies including test planning, execution, and reporting\nExperience with fiber optic testing\n\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914\n\nPlease 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.\n\nEmployee 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.\n\nAbout BAE Systems, Inc.\nBAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.\n\nOur culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.\n\nThis position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. 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Join our System Test team within our System Realization Division and become a member of a diverse, enthusiastic, and highly productive team, where each employee has the opportunity to grow their skills and work on rewarding systems level integration and verification projects in support of the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs, the sea-based leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. Working closely with an interdisciplinary team focused on deployment of automatic cable test equipment, the select candidate will support system level integration and verification of the Strategic Weapon System by performing the following functions:\nCalibrate and troubleshoot automatic cable test equipment\nTranslate cable running sheets and wiring diagrams into testable requirements\nDevelop cable test database and shorting plugs based on cable configurations\nTrack and resolve problems identified during cable testing\nReview and develop test procedures, test requirements, quality assurance plans, and configuration management plans\nWho You Are\nYou are driven by mission\nYou love learning how to use and administer new tools and technologies\nYou enjoy working with people and collaborating across teams\nYou have a high degree of personal drive, initiative, and the ability to drive change\nYou are able to explain complex subjects concisely in person and in email\nYou love finding new and creative ways to solve problems\nYou constantly ask questions and love learning\nYou are always anticipating your customer’s needs and working to exceed their expectations\nYou live for details\nYou are willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job done\nYou are always looking for ways to do things better and faster\nYou are constantly updating your to-do list and planning ahead\nYou are more interested in getting the job done right than who gets credit\nYou are a good judge of how long projects take to complete, and always alert others if things get off track\n\nRequired Education, Experience, & Skills\nEducation and related/relevant years of professional work experience: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other related science, engineering or technical degree and at least four years of relevant work experience.\n\nAdditional skills/experience required:\nExperience with cable test or automated test equipment\nExperience reading cable running sheets, wiring diagrams, and wiring tables\nExperience conducting research, problem solving, or analysis\nDemonstrated ability to document work performed and processes conducted\nAbility to self-manage and interpret and follow requirements\nExperience communicating advanced technical concerns with management, customers, and external contractors\n\nPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills\n\n6 – 8 years of relevant professional experience\nPrior experience working within the (PAE) Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) organization\nExperience with requirements documentation and verification testing\nDemonstrated experience in Test and Evaluation mythologies including test planning, execution, and reporting\nExperience with fiber optic testing\n\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914\n\nPlease 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.\n\nEmployee 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.\n\nAbout BAE Systems, Inc.\nBAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.\n\nOur culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.\n\nThis 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.","datePosted":"2026-10-31T07:52:41.814Z","dateModified":"2026-10-31T07:52:41.814Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"BAE Systems","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Derwood","addressRegion":"MD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"346a23d4cf9f5fc69eff503f"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/346a23d4cf9f5fc69eff503f"}}