BAE Systems
Engineering Technologist / Laser Tracker Operator
Louisville, KY
Jan 10, 2025
Full-time
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Job Description

The Louisville, Kentucky site of BAE Systems, provider of some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace and security solutions, is actively seeking an Engineering Technologist / Laser Tracker Operator. This position will support on 1st Shift on the "9/80" schedule (with every other Friday off). This role is responsible for developing quality plans, quality assurance procedures, performing layout work on applicable measurement equipment using Faro, Leica or similar laser inspection equipment and offline programming using PCDMIS CAD or Spatial Analyzer software.
  • Reads and interprets customer drawings and specifications and identifies appropriate inspection methods.
  • Interprets geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) specifications.
  • Performs first piece, last piece, and in-process inspection checks.
  • Evaluates nonconforming material to determine final disposition.
  • Provides support to Manufacturing Engineering and other business units.
  • May direct the work of less senior personnel.
  • Uses laser tracker to align components to machine coordinates.
  • Determines best fit for weldments to optimize machine stock.
  • Supports when needed on off-shifts and/or via overtime.
  • Maintains a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety objectives and policies.



Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • High School diploma (or GED or equivalent) and eight (8) years related work experience, or an Associates Degree and six (6) years related work experience, or a Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years related work experience, or the overall equivalent
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.);
  • Working experience with Ansi Y14.5 GD&T
  • Experience reading and working with blueprints
  • Work history with portable Metrology Inspection and Alignment
  • Understanding of and the ability to use shop math
  • Ability to support overtime and/or the off-shift team when needed.


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience performing inspection and alignment with Leica Laser Trackers
  • Portable Metrology experience using Spatial Analyzer or equivalent software
  • CMM programming and operation using PC-Dmis or equivalent software
  • Mechanical Inspection of weldments and complex machined parts


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $70735 - $120250

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 Platforms & Services
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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.PDN-9dee806d-83d2-4fad-a02e-3782a3aca5d6
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