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Mechanical Assembly Technician

BAE Systems · Westminster, CO

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Base pay
$57k–$92k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
2+ years
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
12 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at BAE Systems (aerospace & defense) in Westminster, CO.

They ask for
2+ years · degree required
Tools it names
PLC, Machining, SolidWorks, AutoCAD
Base pay
$57k–$92k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k. This one lists $57k–$92k.

Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Colorado plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 40 other live reliability postings in Colorado.

Base pay
About 28% below similar roles

Typical $77k–$130k, from 5 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Welding 49%
  • Team leadership 44%
  • ✓ PLC 29%
  • Root cause 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for SolidWorks, AutoCAD, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: BAE Systems in Westminster

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Full description from BAE SystemsAs posted on their careers site.Show

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • ✓High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 years or more related experience.
  • ✓Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
  • ✓Experience with various hand and power tools.
  • ✓Ability to develop a wide range of R&D-support capabilities, so that he or she can get involved in either multiple programs or multiple aspects of the same program.

As this position requires operating a company vehicle, an offer and subsequent employment are contingent upon possessing and maintaining a valid US driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record review.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • ✓General knowledge of electrical/RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, DVM, etc.) and antenna troubleshooting.
  • ✓Experience with machining, to include vertical mills, routers, bandsaws, and lathes.
  • ✓Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar).
  • ✓Experience with RF and RCS range testing.
  • ✓Sheet metal and body filler experience.
  • ✓Experience in polymerics, bonding, sealing.
  • ✓Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards.
  • ✓Experience in the process of fabricating and assembling PCB’s and/or PAB’s.
  • ✓Experience with wood working equipment such as panel saws, table saws, planers, routers and other various equipment.
  • ✓Experience with auto, auto body and carpentry work apply well for the fabrication and assembly skills needed for this position.
  • ✓Drawing interpretation and redlining experience.
  • ✓Experience working with test and measurement tools (i.e., scales, torque wrenches, calipers, and micrometers).

Pay Information

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 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

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Job Description The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You’ll Do

  • •Will be under the general direction of one or more design and manufacturing engineers with the opportunity to exercise considerable autonomy in completing tasks and driving projects forward.
  • •Provide support for research and development efforts in RF, electrical, and mechanical design, including the fabrication, testing, measurement, and troubleshooting of antenna prototypes.
  • •Collaborate with engineers to provide manufacturability input during design stages and contribute to design improvements for production antennas.
  • •Perform standard duties and tasks and will resolve routine questions and problems independently.
  • •Work will be performed under general direction on a day-to-day basis and will be reviewed upon completion.
  • •Develop thorough technical solutions to a wide range of problems and may direct less-experienced employees.
  • •Must be able to relate well with other people both from the engineering and production ranks.
  • •Excellent communication skills.
  • •Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
  • •Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
  • •Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions

  • •Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

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