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Systems Engineer (Linux or AWS)

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Sterling, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026

Job Description

High Level Polygraph Clearance Required

Located in Herndon, VA

We are the Prime on this program. This is a very focused team that is working by themselves on some very new and exciting work.

We have both Mid and Senior Systems Engineering positions open. Either looking for very strong Linux or Cloud (Mostly AWS)

If you have both, that is a big plus

Flex Hours as well

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We are looking for experienced Systems Engineer to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customer. 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.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
We are looking for experienced Systems Engineers to join our technology-based program supporting a key Government customer. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in computer science are preferred with six (6) year’s relevant experience and education with the following skillsets:
  • Infrastructure as a code language
    • Ansible is a must have
  • Experience working with System Automation
  • Experience working with Linux
  • Eclipse developmental duties
    • Git Hub
    • Dev Ops
    • Java
    • Python
  • Candidate should have experience in security review of applications and infrastructure
  • 4 Years experience participating in agile activities
  • Researches new technologies in object oriented programming
  • Experience in Cloud based services
  • Works well in a engineering team environment with other teammates who varied skills levels
  • Ability to mentor others


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience with infrastructure automation technologies like Docker, Vagrant, etc.
  • Experience with build automation technologies like Maven, Jenkins, etc.
  • Experience with building APIs and services using REST, SOAP, etc.
  • Experience with scripting languages like Perl, Shell, etc.


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

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 : $146,670 - $249,330

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