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Job Description
The Engineering Support Unit at BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software engineer focused on delivering integration and test infrastructure. Technology areas include, Full Stack, Embedded Linux, real-time embedded systems, containerization, C/C++, Python, and Ruby, among others.
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:
- Develop software test capabilities that validate SW designs.
- Support multiple types of software test development including embedded, test, and application software for tactical systems.
- Perform full software life cycle functions including requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration, documentation, and support.
- 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, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
- May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
- May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. 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.
- A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
- Experience with software test automation for products developed in C/C++, Embedded Linux, Python.
- Testing frameworks (gtest, test-driven development, hardware-in-the-loop).
- Experience integrating test equipment into a SW test suite.
- Requirement validation experienceR.
- Knowledge of different layers of a software stack DSP, embedded, applications, UI.
- Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, ContainerD), Ruby/COSMOS.
- Interaction with FPGAs and understanding system level impacts.
- Experience in designing and implementing test software for systems using programming languages such as C, C++.
- Understanding of and experience with deployment and operation of applications on Linux systems.
- Experience in testing, simulation, or data processing applications in high-level languages such as Python, Ruby, or MATLAB.
- Experience with object-oriented design
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience developing, integrating, and testing low level or embedded software.
- Experience with real-time operating systems including embedded Linux, microcontrollers, or other RTOS.
- Experience with virtualization and containerization (Docker).
- Agile software development methodologies.
- Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence).
- Experience with requirements derivation.
- Experience generating UML Class, Sequence, and Activity diagrams.
- Experience using Cameo or PlantUML for Design.
- Experience generating UML Class, Sequence, and Activity diagrams.
- Experience with tactical system mission domain.
- Experience designing/developing an SDR.
- DevSecOps.
- A working knowledge of Agile lifecycles and activities in each phase.
- Experience with formal software development practices including the use of software configuration management, coding standards, and style guides.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922
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 Space & Mission Systems
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.
This 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.
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