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Systems Architect (SME)

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Sterling, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2025

Job Description

We are looking for experienced System Architects to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customers. This program will deliver engineering services for network infrastructure as well as sophisticated enterprise computing infrastructure including end-point devices, data center hosted servers, multi-Cloud services as well as virtualized applications, and storage systems. Enterprise Computing Engineering services include modern application technology including containerized solutions with orchestrated workflow that function both on customer premise, and via remote Cloud services. Network infrastructure engineering services are comprised of core infrastructure, voice and video engineering, field engineering, application management and development for networks, network analytics, firewalls, network access controls and bandwidth service delivery. This is a fast paced, challenging, and rewarding experience in which you are able to provide solutions on one of the most complex and high profile programs within this community.


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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
We are looking for experienced Systems Architect to join our technology-based program supporting a key Government customer. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in computer science are preferred with Sixteen (16) years of relevant experience and education with the following skillsets:
  • Must have significant experience with Python, Java, Automation and Systems Design
  • Deep understanding/experience in Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google, IBM, Oracle) enabling you to design solutions answering the complex needs for multifaceted applications and IT systems
  • Ability to provide strategic direction, roadmap and standard
  • Creating and maintaining architecture design and standards within the models
  • Ability to develop high-level system specifications
  • Ability to provide Systems Engineering Lifecycle (SELC) support
  • Ability to collaborate with Engineers regarding design solutions
  • Evaluate current and emerging technologies identifying solution impact
  • Ability to work independently, and possess an aptitude for getting things done
  • Develop future technology and architectural advancements to support the customers’ vision and goals
  • Knowledge of modern software languages (e.g., Python, Bash Scripting, JavaScript, etc.)
  • Knowledge of configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet, Salt, Terraform, Chef, etc.)
  • Knowledge of Containers (e.g., Dockers, Kubernetes)


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience with automated testing
  • Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • Knowledge of Security Development Operations (SecDevOps) on iterative development projects
  • Knowledge of web applications and frameworks (e.g., Ruby, Rails, Django, etc.)
  • Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code
  • Knowledge of Agile development principles


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $150370 - $255630

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 : $150,370 - $255,630

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