Job Responsibilities
Opportunities are available as a technical lead on the program where you will mentor your team and present the technical design at technical interchange meetings with the customer.
Duties include analyzing, designing, coding and code modification (typically in C++) of complex software and algorithm designs for simple systems or subsystems or subsystems of larger systems.
Evaluate complex software designs to identify design flaws.
Establish communication to keep management informed of the function’s progress and results.
Use existing processes and evolve processes to utilize the most effective new techniques as they become available, assuring the use of methodologies which minimize both design cost and product cost.
Provide, directly or indirectly, top level technical leadership for the assigned design discipline(s) including selection and exploitation of promising new technologies, long-term goals, etc.
Ensure effective communication between assigned engineers and all other participants in the design process.
Subject Matter Expertise in Algorithm Design with Electro-optical Infra-red or related technologies.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Bachelor's Degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field, and minimum of 6 years work experience or equivalent experience; or a Master’s degree plus a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
Current Secret Security Clearance (active within 2 years)
Machine Learning and/or Algorithm development
Embedded software development or software application development experience
Experience with software engineering processes, methodologies, and tools
Extensive background in embedded and/or application software development in one or more: C++, Python, Java
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Master's Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
Previous experience with Electro-Optical/Infrared Image processing
Previous experience in technical/project team leadership
Experience performing software testing, validation, and verification activities
Experience with algorithm development and optimization in C++, CUDA, or Open CL
Experience or background with advanced math and physics
Full Life-Cycle Software development
Requirements Creation
Trade Studies
GPU Experience
Software automated test development and execution
Agile Development experience
Model Based System Engineering
Experience creating and/or working with Digital Twins
Experience presenting to and working with government customers
Object-Oriented language proficiency
Software algorithm development and optimization
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762
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, 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.
