**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 anEngineering 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. **Engineering Technologist / Laser Tracker Operator** **108726BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression