Engineer Senior Principal – Test Automation Lead

Job Description

This position will report to the Manager of Tactical Solutions Systems and Test Engineering. This position has responsibility for leading systems engineering tasks associated with the development of tactical solutions flight systems and sub systems.

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:

• Design, implement, and sustain an enterprise-level test automation architecture that supports both software and hardware-in-the-loop environments.
• Establish coding standards, interface protocols, and test data management practices to ensure scalability, reliability, and cybersecurity compliance.
• Align automated testing with requirements verification and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) artifacts.
• Ensure automated test cases trace to requirements and are incorporated into the system’s Verification Cross-Reference Matrix (VCRM) and test plans.
• Evaluate and select automation tools compatible with program infrastructure (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Cameo, or custom simulation environments).
• Integrate test automation into Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to enable rapid regression testing and feedback loops across software and firmware baselines.
• Understand and refine requirements for: low observable conformal and phased array antennas, or electro optical systems.
• 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, 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 8 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 Secret security clearance is required.
• Experience executing RF, tactical or electro-optical system programs from concept development and program kick- off through post-delivery support.
• Experience with Systems Engineering and Test Engineering execution.
• Ability to coordinate activities of a team, predict and meet schedules, resolve disconnects.
• Proven expertise in qualification testing for systems operating in harsh or mission-critical environments.
• Solid understanding of hardware/software/firmware integration and verification techniques.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly present test results and technical issues.
• Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to understand the customer’s needs and provide clear communication of proposed solutions to both management and the customer.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Hands-on experience in RF mission systems, particularly in the context of defense, aerospace, or secure communications environments.
• Experience with RF mission systems, such as RF radar or electronic warfare platforms.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD, DO-160, or similar qualification standards.
• Background in environmental and EMI/EMC testing.
• Experience in working on defense or aerospace programs.
• Experience with RF mission systems, such as RF radar or electronic warfare platforms.
• Familiarity with MIL-STD, DO-160, or similar qualification standards.
• Background in environmental and EMI/EMC testing.
• Experience in working on defense or aerospace programs.
• Prepare and present technical test content to an audience during major reviews.
• Advanced computer application skills, such as Matlab, C, C , IDL, STK, DOORS, Python, and other analytical tools.
• MBSE Tool experience.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $130355 - $221603

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 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.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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 : $130,355 - $221,603