Eng Sr - SW

Job Description

The Software and Ground Solutions group at BAE Systems Inc Space and Mission Systems (SMS) is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software engineer focused on delivering high-quality, embedded satellite software and associated test infrastructure. This position supports a portfolio of software programs. Technology areas include software development, CI/CD, Containerization, C/C++, Rust, Python, and Ruby.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop satellite command and control, mission planning, and data analysis software 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:

• Please note that this position requires a security clearance crossover. This may require the hired candidate to work short-term at an alternative BAE Systems location within the Denver Metro Area.
• 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.

Job Title

Eng Sr - SW

Postal Code

80012

Job Family

Software Eng

Travel Percentage

10%

Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position

Top Secret/SCI

Shift

1st Shift

Regular or Temporary

Regular

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. 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 TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Experience in one or more of the following technology areas:
  • Cloud development using AWS, Lambda, Docker, and Kubernetes.
  • Web and REST service development using Spring, Jersey, Flask, CherryPy, or Ruby on Rails.
  • Front-end and UX development using JavaScript, Angular, React, JavaFX, Python, or Qt.
  • Back-end development using SQL and NoSQL databases, and JPA/ORM.
  • Modeling, planning, or scheduling software development in languages such as Java, C++, or Python.
• Experience with object-oriented design.
• Experience generating UML Class, Sequence, and Activity diagrams.
• Experience with formal software development practices including the use of software configuration management, coding standards, and style guides.

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Preferred Skills and Education

• Additional experience helpful in the following technologies:
  • Cyber and cloud development using AWS or Azure.
  • Microservice architectures.
  • Message brokers (MQTT, AMQP, Kafka).
  • REST and web app JavaScript framework development using Angular, React, Vue.
  • Web services (Nginx, Apache).
  • Database (Postgres).
• Experience with requirements derivation.
• Experience generating UML Class, Sequence, and Activity diagrams.
• Experience in developing test, simulation, or data processing applications in high-level languages such as Python, Ruby, or MATLAB.
• Experience using Cameo or PlantUML for Design.
• DevSecOps.
• Testing frameworks (gtest, ctest, test-driven development, hardware-in-the-loop).
• A working knowledge of Agile lifecycles and activities in each phase.

Department

5435_ESA-Ground & Flight SW Systems

Company

110_BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems Inc.

Posting Requirements

Internal/External

Job Category

Engineering & Technology

U.S. Person Required

Yes

Business Area

ESA - Software & Ground Solutions

Physical location of the job

Full-time onsite

Salary Max Point

164914

Salary Min Point

97008

Union Job

None

About BAE Systems, Inc.

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.

Recruiter

Alexandra Price

U.S. Citizenship Required

Yes