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Systems Engineer II

BAE Systems, Inc.
Layton, UT Full Time
POSTED ON 5/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026


Job Description


BAE Systems is seeking a systems engineer with experience in requirements identification and IBM Rational DOORS for an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next generation Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), the LGM-35A Sentinel system of systems. This systems engineer will assist the United States Air Force (USAF) in managing its internal program requirements for Sentinel program, analyzing the Prime contractor’s DOORS data modules, and preparing reports for System Qualification. The candidate will interface with the Prime Contractor to ensure it meets the U.S. Government’s intent with respect to requirements products and artifacts. The candidate will also consult regularly with the USAF's system program office (SPO) concerning external stakeholder needs and various requirements-related topics. This unique position will allow the candidate to view all requirements efforts for the Sentinel weapon system and will provide great growth potential.

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team in a large defense company with an extraordinary positive culture and mission focus. In this position, you will provide direct support to a national security-critical weapon system throughout engineering development, deployment, and sustainment. You will help support several hundred personnel providing the government with ICBM expertise. You will become a trusted mission partner to the innovative, digital engineering-driven Air Force organization that is responsible to design, build, test, transition, and sustain the world’s safest, most secure, and effective land-based nuclear deterrent, on-schedule.

BAE Systems has earned accolades as a “Top Workplace” in Utah based on employee feedback for eight consecutive years, earning special distinction for providing a healthy work-life balance for our valued employees. BAE Systems is the only DoD contractor in Utah to have earned this distinction.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills


  • B.S. in an Engineering field with 2 years of requirements experience, or M.S. in a STEM field with 2 years of requirements experience.
  • Proactive person with a positive attitude and “team player” mentality.
  • Highly organized with acute attention to detail and willingness to take ownership.
  • Possess a willingness to learn while also sharing your current knowledge/skills.
  • Proactively provides ideas/thought.
  • Strong communication skills.



Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills


Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, evaluates alternatives including cost, risk, supportability and analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of product requirements into total systems solutions. Translates customer requirements into hardware/software specifications.


Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655

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 Intelligence & Security


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.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

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.

Salary : $72,150 - $122,655

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