What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Software Engineer position at BAE Systems?
Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking an individual to fill the role of a Systems Software Engineer. You will gain experience in one of the largest government contracts while reviewing software development in every facet of today's best practices. The ideal candidate would provide a mix of software and systems engineering expertise while also understanding software development practices. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next-generation Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) System.
Responsibilities included:
- Support Software Deployment to warfighter
- Act as Software Subject Matter Expert to review and define software systems requirements, specification documents, processes, plans, guides, and reports
- Support software program office lead engineers with software acquisition, integration, strategic planning and communications
- Coordinate with other teams, agencies, and stakeholders in the development and evaluation of software systems engineering requirements
- Track and evaluate program progress by analyzing software metrics and earned value
- Learn and apply innovative Model Based (Systems) Engineering (MBE/MBSE) approaches to Software Acquisition and Development
- Support government initiatives towards modern software acquisition and development methodologies such as Agile and DevSecOps
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering
- Minimum 3 years of related experience
- Experience with systems engineering practices, procedures and application to software development
- Secret Clearance
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Strong verbal/written communications skills and peer-to-leader presentations
- Ability to work in a dynamic setting that includes variable workloads and shifting priorities
- Ability to take initiative and execute tasks with limited day-to-day direction
- Experience with any coding or scripting language
- Experience with Agile software metrics (e.g., burnup/burndown, velocity, code coverage)
- Aerospace Software Standards (DO-178C, ARINC-653, ARINC-661, MISRA C, etc.)
- Agile/SAFe/Lean development
- Experience with software requirements development
- DevSecOps pipelines, tools and techniques operated within a cloud-based environmen
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655
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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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 : $72,150 - $122,655