What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineer position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
Work as a member of a Radar System Software development team to develop Command and Control Interfaces, Real-time system control code, Radar Subsystem development, and Graphics Package development.
The candidate will implement and modify code based on technical requirements, perform unit testing against documented designs, and integrate hardware components. Additionally, the candidate will contribute to core Software Engineering activities, including code reviews, software configuration management, and the creation of project documentation. This role requires a highly collaborative mindset and the ability to integrate feedback from supporting Hardware and System Engineering teams.
I. BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
Develop and unit test moderately complex software units according to documented designs. Integrate hardware as required to support development and testing phases. Contribute to foundational software engineering lifecycle activities.
II. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate on the evaluation of moderately complex software designs to identify and mitigate potential design flaws and defects.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation for software designs in accordance with established software development processes and procedures.
- Develop and maintain real-time embedded software, ensuring rigorous documentation and proper use of code repositories.
- Execute the integration of software with hardware components.
- Support the preparation of software engineering change orders, change proposals, and corrective action reports.
- Contribute to trade studies and evaluations for software development tools.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree. (Preferred: Computer Engineering or Computer Science. Math or Physics majors with a Computer Science minor will also be considered).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in C or C and familiarity with hardware-software integration. Experience utilizing Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as Microsoft Visual Studio.
- Certification: Must be able to obtain and retain a Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) certification within six (6) months of hire.
- Citizenship & Clearance: Pursuant to government contract, this position requires US citizenship. Candidate must be eligible to obtain and retain a Secret Security Clearance.
- Travel: Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Systems & Networking: Thorough understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, and networking protocols (TCP/UDP).
- Embedded Development: Experience with real-time code development, embedded software, and working with hardware SDKs.
- Tools & Environment: Proficiency with Linux, Git (Version Control), Qt Creator, and Eclipse.
- Professional Skills: Experience with technical writing and documentation.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $53122 - $90306
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 : $53,122 - $90,306