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Senior Principal Engineer - Full-Stack Ground Software Developer

BAE Systems

Fairborn, OHFull-time$121–205K/yrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$121–205K/yr
Location
Fairborn, OH
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

TS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

BAE Systems is hiring a Senior Principal Engineer - Full-Stack Ground Software Developer. The Senior Principal Engineer will join the Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capability Unit at BAE Systems Inc, Space and Mission Systems Sector. This role involves working on satellite ground system software to deliver new capabilities to the industry. The engineer will be part of a tightly integrated, fast-paced Agile team, committed to continuous innovation for customers.

Key focus areas include Develop satellite command and control, mission planning, and data analysis software systems, Perform full software life cycle functions including software requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration, documentation, and support, and Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Engineering Or Related Technical Field, 8+ Years Related Experience, and Current Active TS/SCI Security Clearance. Important skills include Satellite Ground System Development, Distributed C2, Mission Planning Software, COSMOS, ECLIPSE, and OS/COMET. Preferred (not required): Data Processing, Agile, Cloud Development, and Mission Management.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Satellite Ground System DevelopmentDistributed C2Data ProcessingMission Planning SoftwareCOSMOSECLIPSEOS/COMETOASISHigh-Reliability SoftwareAgileCI/CD WorkflowCloud DevelopmentAWSAWS LambdaDockerKubernetesWeb DevelopmentREST Service DevelopmentSpringJerseyFlaskCherryPyRuby on RailsFront-End DevelopmentUX DevelopmentJavaScriptAngularReactJavaFXPythonQtBack-End DevelopmentSQL DatabasesNoSQL DatabasesJPA/ORMModeling Software DevelopmentPlanning Software DevelopmentScheduling Software DevelopmentJavaC++Mission ManagementCommand & ControlGround Terminal and Infrastructure DomainsGround or Mission IntegrationOperations Readiness ActivitiesRehearsalsLaunch Support ActivitiesRisk Management Framework (RMF)Information Assurance (IA)Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CICD) Principles

Qualifications

BS Degree in Engineering or Related Technical Field8+ Years Related ExperienceHigher-Level Degree May Substitute for ExperienceRelated Technical Experience May Be Considered in Lieu of EducationDegree From Accredited University, College, or SchoolCurrent, Active TS/SCI Security Clearance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capability Unit (SCU) at BAE Systems Inc, Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Sector is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software engineer to work on satellite ground system software delivering new capability to the industry. This position consists of working on a tightly integrated team in a fast-paced Agile environment to deliver continuous innovation to our customers.

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 software 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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 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 TS/SCI security clearance is required.

  • Experience with satellite ground system development with a focus on distributed C2, data processing, or mission planning software.

  • Experience with industry-standard ground systems such as COSMOS, ECLIPSE, OS/COMET, or OASIS.

  • Experience delivering high-reliability software in an agile, team-based environment with a solid CI/CD workflow.

  • 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.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Any experience in mission management, command & control, mission data processing, ground terminal and infrastructure domains.

  • Any experience with any ground or mission integration including operations readiness activities, rehearsals and launch support activities.

  • Any experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Information Assurance (IA) in developing ground systems.

  • Experience with Agile EVM and Agile software development methodologies.

  • Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CICD) principles with security requirements as part of practicing DevSecOps on programs.

  • Experience in cloud development environment.

  • Experience with requirements management tool like Jama or DOORS.

  • Experience with Model Base Systems Engineering (MBSE) SysML diagrams (Block Diagrams, Inner Block Diagrams, Sate Machines, Activity Diagrams and Sequence Diagrams) and UML diagrams (Class Diagrams, Sequence of Events Diagrams, and Activity Diagrams).

  • Experience with Atlassian Tools such as Confluence and Jira.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486

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.

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