What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weapons Storage and Security System (WS3) - Systems Software Engineer position at BAE Systems USA and Careers?
Job Description
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982
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.
Join BAE Systems' Air & Space Force Solutions and be part of a diverse team that solves complex technical challenges in manufacturing and production flow. The Weapons Storage and Security System (WS3), Vault Modernization Program (VMP), modernizes vaults at various locations worldwide, focusing on areas such as vault-unlock codes, diminishing manufacturing sources and material shortages, and maintenance capabilities.
Key Objectives
The project focuses on optimizing manufacturing and production flow to achieve efficient and secure vault modernization. Key objectives include:
- Developing and implement a streamlined design and review process to achieve contract milestones
- Implementing a Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Analyzing and optimizing production flow to identify areas for improvement and reduce costs
The Role
The Engineer Sr - Software will be responsible for leading the software engineering effort for the VMP, ensuring that all software components meet requirements and are properly integrated.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement software engineering plans, procedures, and standards, including those related to NSA Certification and Nuclear Certification
- Coordinate with stakeholders to identify and meet software engineering requirements, including those related to VUMS, VMCS, and MDNS
- Analyze and assess software performance to identify areas for improvement, including those related to cyber-security and nuclear surety
- Develop and maintain software engineering documentation and databases, including those related to software design and testing
- Manage government Acquisition Category (ACAT) deliverables to meet acquisition timeline and major milestones (SRR, PDR etc…)
- A strong foundation in communication, collaboration, and adaptability, with a desire to learn and grow professionally in a fast-paced environment.
- You are a collaborator, able to work effectively with others to achieve common goals.
- You are a learner, with a desire to develop your skills and knowledge.
- You are customer-focused, with a basic understanding of customer needs and a commitment to delivering good service.
- You are detail-oriented, with an ability to follow established procedures and guidelines.
- You are flexible and adaptable, able to adjust to changing priorities and circumstances.
Benefits
As a VMP team member, you'll enjoy:
- A healthy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements
- Collaboration with a talented team
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Recognition for outstanding performance
- A competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities to travel to locations within and outside the United States
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor with 4 years of experience or Masters with 2 years of experience
- Experience with software systems engineering in a defense or aerospace program (ACAT)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with software engineering tools, including those related to software design and testing
- Must be able to obtain Secret (or higher) security clearance
- Capable of creating required engineering documentation using Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, and Access
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience in testing, commissioning and validation activities
- Experience with other Digital Engineering tools as applicalble
- Familiar with Department of Defense programs
- Project Management Professional Certification
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982
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 : $86,460 - $146,982