BAE Systems
Senior Principal Systems Engineer
Summary
Job Description
See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
The candidate will have a wide range of activities to perform from a Systems Engineering perspective. These activities include;
Integrating hardware and software on tactical airborne subsystems,
Creating requirements for hardware and software development,
Assisting our military customers with BAE Systems product's integration and testing,
Interfacing with US Government and creating technical documentation
Preparing estimates and technical content for multi-million dollar proposals.
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 take pride in important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. 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.
Required Education, Experience, & SkillsHolds SECRET clearance
Familiar with Type 1 security requirements and certification process
Basic understanding of cyber security concepts
Able to develop Test Procedures and perform testing
Familiar with use and handling of COMSEC equipment
Basic understanding of both hardware and software designs and processes
Familiarity with principles of Gage R&R
Experienced in Military RF Communications equipment
Ability to handle multiple assignments and work in a dynamic environment
Technical writing skills describing product design
Experienced with performing and composing test procedures
Proficient with (RF sources, Signal Analyzers, RF Power Meters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Lead Type 1 NSA Type certification
Experienced / trained in MBSE
Proficient with MatLab
Proficient with DOORS
Experienced integrating a system containing multiple electronic sub-assemblies
Familiarity with ESS equipment (thermal chambers / vibration systems)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $108787 - $184937
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 Electronic Systems 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.
About BAE Systems
BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace and security solutions. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products, services and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. Meaningful. Empowering. Remarkable. That’s a career at BAE Systems. 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.
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