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Senior Principal Systems Engineer

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026

Job Description

See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

The candidate will have a wide range of activities to perform from a Systems Engineering perspective. These activities include;

  • Integrating hardware and software on tactical airborne subsystems,

  • Creating requirements for hardware and software development,

  • Assisting our military customers with BAE Systems product's integration and testing,

  • Interfacing with US Government and creating technical documentation

  • Preparing estimates and technical content for multi-million dollar proposals.

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 take pride in important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. 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.



Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Holds SECRET clearance

  • Familiar with Type 1 security requirements and certification process

  • Basic understanding of cyber security concepts

  • Able to develop Test Procedures and perform testing

  • Familiar with use and handling of COMSEC equipment

  • Basic understanding of both hardware and software designs and processes

  • Familiarity with principles of Gage R&R

  • Experienced in Military RF Communications equipment

  • Ability to handle multiple assignments and work in a dynamic environment

  • Technical writing skills describing product design

  • Experienced with performing and composing test procedures

  • Proficient with (RF sources, Signal Analyzers, RF Power Meters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc)



Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Lead Type 1 NSA Type certification

  • Experienced / trained in MBSE

  • Proficient with MatLab

  • Proficient with DOORS

  • Experienced integrating a system containing multiple electronic sub-assemblies

  • Familiarity with ESS equipment (thermal chambers / vibration systems)



Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $108787 - $184937

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 Electronic 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

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 : $108,787 - $184,937

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