Job Description

We are looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software engineer focused on delivering high-quality, software test infrastructure and software systems. This position supports a portfolio of tactical, systems. Technology areas include Test Automation, Embedded Linux, real-time embedded systems, containerization, C/C++, Python, and Ruby, among others.

What You’ll Do:

Integrate software systems and work with team to validate implement designs.
Support multiple types of software development including embedded, test, and application software for tactical systems.
Perform full software life cycle functions including requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration, documentation, and support.
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Short-Term Incentive: Subject to business performance and recommendations of management, this role may be eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan.

State/Province

Colorado

Salary Max Point

254317

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

Top Secret/SCI

Shift

1st Shift

City

Aurora

Full Time / Part Time

Full-Time

Job Posting Title

Senior Principal Engineer II - Software Integration

Required Skills and Education

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 10 or more years related experience.
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
A current, active Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
Experience with software test automation for products developed in C/C++, Python, Rust or Ruby.
Experience with Software development tools and environments, such as IDE’s, version controls systems and CI/CD pipelines.
Experience with Linux operating systems.
Testing frameworks (gtest, test-driven development, hardware-in-the-loop).
Understanding of and experience with deployment and operation of applications on Linux systems.
Experience in developing test, simulation, or data processing applications in high-level languages such as Python, Ruby, or MATLAB.
Experience with object-oriented design.
Experience with some tactical mission domain.
Excellent technical writing and team skills.

Internal/External

Preferred Skills and Education

Experience developing, integrating, and testing low level or embedded software.
Experience with real-time operating systems including embedded Linux, microcontrollers, or other RTOS.
Experience with virtualization and containerization (Docker).
Agile software development methodologies.
Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence).
Experience with requirements derivation.
Experience generating UML Class, Sequence, and Activity diagrams.
Experience using Cameo or PlantUML for Design.
Experience designing/developing an SDR.
DevSecOps.
A working knowledge of Agile lifecycles and activities in each phase.
Experience with formal software development practices including the use of software configuration management, coding standards, and style guides.

Sector

Space & Mission Systems

Salary Min Point

149603

Travel Percentage

10%

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Job Category

Engineering & Technology

Career Level

Experienced

Clearance Level – Must currently possess

Secret

Benefits Information

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.

Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).

About BAE Systems Space & Mission 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.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

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.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.

U.S. Citizenship Required

Yes