Systems Software Principal Engineer

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Systems Software Principal Engineer

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Hill Air Force Base UT USA
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107K-183K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
The role involves software and systems engineering for ICBM systems supporting development tracking progress and coordinating requirements with stakeholders.
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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 Command Systems software development
  • 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 7 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: $107359 - $182510
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.

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Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace defense and security company we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air land space and naval forces as well as advanced electronics security information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us to unite our community of colleagues and customers and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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