Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Act on a wide breadth of design and development experience for Tactical Embedded Systems through full system life cycle development, including subsystem design, system requirements, implementation, integration, and test
Provide subject matter expertise in advancing Architecture, Design, and Development, and support technical leadership of projects within programmatic guidelines set by the customer and the Product Line
Lead complex trade studies to evaluate competing architectural approaches, balancing performance, cost, schedule, and Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) constraints
Help drive the technical strategy, scope management, and planning phases for seeker development programs to align with Product Line goals
Define and govern the critical interfaces between the RF front-end, digital signal processing (DSP) layers, and the flight control software
Define, generate, and review customer project requirements and needs, and interfaces with customers to create opportunities, communicate solutions, set expectations, and manage scope
Act as a mentor to both junior and senior engineers
Support continuous improvement of the product development team
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Advanced degree(s) in relevant fields (i.e. Computer Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science) and a minimum of 16 years' applicable experience
Minimum Active Secret Clearance
Demonstrated expertise in Autonomy, Precision Timing and Navigation, Machine Learning, and Sensor Fusion
Experience managing teams through system integration and verification for complex systems
Experience leading full lifecycle System development, preferably on complex, RF and EO/IR tactical systems
Proven leadership experience, preferably guiding hardware/software lifecycle projects
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
In depth exposure to Sensor/Seeker designs spanning multiple domains to include two or more of the following: active RF/Radar, passive RF, Imaging Infrared (IIR), and semi-active laser (SAL)
Experience working with customers in solution concept, implementation, and delivery
Boldness and resilience in tackling challenging design activities and technologies
Results-oriented and driven to closure/decision making
Experienced with Matlab, C, C++, Python, VHDL
Familiar with MBSE (Cameo)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $153377 - $260743
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.
