ECAD Component Librarian & Checker Jobs

Summary

Job Opportunity in Cedar Rapids, IAJoin us at our brand new location in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Navigation and Sensor Systems organization is a growing business area developing the next generation of advanced military navigation systems. If you have a Printed Circuit (PC) Design, Checking and Component Librarian background, then this is the place to be. Pilots may fly aircraft, but our navigation systems create the route and keep those pilots on course. What are you waiting for! Come be part of the immediate solution in Cedar Rapids and "plant your flag". See what you're missing. 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. And you can, too. 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®."BAE Systems continues to build on a strong history of providing navigation equipment to meet the evolving needs of commercial and military users. Our navigation solutions provided enhanced situational awareness and pinpoint accuracy for airborne and surface missions worldwide. Leading the way in GPS, our array of products and systems cover airborne, precision-guided munitions, ground handheld receivers and embedded applications. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Our Engineers and Designers are the lifeblood of our company and we're more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.The Role: In this role, you will:Create schematic symbols and component footprints of electronic parts used for printed circuit design using Cadence, Siemens and Zuken softwareProvide customer support for problems concerning library parts and models as requiredInterfaces with Component Engineering on part, symbol, model and geometry selection and part symbol attributesWork with operations to ensure component footprints meet product producibility requirementsCheck that all electrical and physical specifications meet the specific design requirements for each Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designParticipate in design reviews, interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and process engineers to design prototype and production quality printed circuit boards in accordance with BAE Systems' standards and proceduresCheck related fabrication and assembly drawings, parts lists, incorporated changes to existing design documentation and component library partsReview all output files required for manufacture of the board and assembly to ensure they are ready for fabricationProvide feedback to design engineers to ensure functionality and manufacturability of PCB designsSuggest options when faced with challenging PCB design situations including resolutions to non-standard problemsPerform other related duties as assignedWho you are:You possess excellent written and verbal communication skillsYou are a problem solver with diverse technical capabilitiesYou're willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job done rightYou are always looking for ways to do things better and fasterRequired Education, Experience, & SkillsAn Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree or higher and/or demonstrated experience and proficiency in printed circuit board designMust have 8+ years of hands on printed circuit board design experience or Component Librarian experienceMust have ambition to lead the creation of the Cadence Library for the NSS PCB teamMust be willing to lead PCB Designers through tool changesProficient with complex and high-density board layouts IAW IPC-2221 and associated specifications and standardsStrong communication skills for conveying technical information to leaders, engineers, checkers and peersExperience with incorporating engineering change ordersComprehensive knowledge of the printed circuit board design processWork with a broader team, capable of communicating across functional boundariesAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environmentUS Citizenship is requiredMust be capable of obtaining a U.S. DoW Secret security clearancePreferred Education, Experience, & SkillsAn Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalentCID or CID+ through the IPC Designer Certification Program10+ years of experience in the design of printed circuit boards and flex circuit boards5+ years of experience in the Component Librarian function5+ years of experience in the PCB checking functionProficient with Mentor Graphics Xpedition and Zuken CR-5000Proficient with System Capture, Cadence Pulse and Cadence AllegroProficient in using CAD tool constraint managers and have a solid understanding of signal integrity and design for manufacturing rulesExperience with Dassault Systemes ENOVIA PDMActive U.S. DoW security clearancePay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510 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.About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE 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. Our 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.

Job Description

Job Opportunity in Cedar Rapids, IAJoin us at our brand new location in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Navigation and Sensor Systems organization is a growing business area developing the next generation of advanced military navigation systems. If you have a Printed Circuit (PC) Design, Checking and Component Librarian background, then this is the place to be. Pilots may fly aircraft, but our navigation systems create the route and keep those pilots on course. What are you waiting for! Come be part of the immediate solution in Cedar Rapids and "plant your flag". See what you're missing. 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. And you can, too. 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®."BAE Systems continues to build on a strong history of providing navigation equipment to meet the evolving needs of commercial and military users. Our navigation solutions provided enhanced situational awareness and pinpoint accuracy for airborne and surface missions worldwide. Leading the way in GPS, our array of products and systems cover airborne, precision-guided munitions, ground handheld receivers and embedded applications. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems. Our Engineers and Designers are the lifeblood of our company and we're more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.The Role: In this role, you will:Create schematic symbols and component footprints of electronic parts used for printed circuit design using Cadence, Siemens and Zuken softwareProvide customer support for problems concerning library parts and models as requiredInterfaces with Component Engineering on part, symbol, model and geometry selection and part symbol attributesWork with operations to ensure component footprints meet product producibility requirementsCheck that all electrical and physical specifications meet the specific design requirements for each Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designParticipate in design reviews, interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and process engineers to design prototype and production quality printed circuit boards in accordance with BAE Systems' standards and proceduresCheck related fabrication and assembly drawings, parts lists, incorporated changes to existing design documentation and component library partsReview all output files required for manufacture of the board and assembly to ensure they are ready for fabricationProvide feedback to design engineers to ensure functionality and manufacturability of PCB designsSuggest options when faced with challenging PCB design situations including resolutions to non-standard problemsPerform other related duties as assignedWho you are:You possess excellent written and verbal communication skillsYou are a problem solver with diverse technical capabilitiesYou're willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job done rightYou are always looking for ways to do things better and fasterRequired Education, Experience, & SkillsAn Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree or higher and/or demonstrated experience and proficiency in printed circuit board designMust have 8+ years of hands on printed circuit board design experience or Component Librarian experienceMust have ambition to lead the creation of the Cadence Library for the NSS PCB teamMust be willing to lead PCB Designers through tool changesProficient with complex and high-density board layouts IAW IPC-2221 and associated specifications and standardsStrong communication skills for conveying technical information to leaders, engineers, checkers and peersExperience with incorporating engineering change ordersComprehensive knowledge of the printed circuit board design processWork with a broader team, capable of communicating across functional boundariesAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environmentUS Citizenship is requiredMust be capable of obtaining a U.S. DoW Secret security clearancePreferred Education, Experience, & SkillsAn Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalentCID or CID+ through the IPC Designer Certification Program10+ years of experience in the design of printed circuit boards and flex circuit boards5+ years of experience in the Component Librarian function5+ years of experience in the PCB checking functionProficient with Mentor Graphics Xpedition and Zuken CR-5000Proficient with System Capture, Cadence Pulse and Cadence AllegroProficient in using CAD tool constraint managers and have a solid understanding of signal integrity and design for manufacturing rulesExperience with Dassault Systemes ENOVIA PDMActive U.S. DoW security clearancePay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510 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.About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE 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. Our 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.