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Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Navigation and Sensor Systems (Hybrid & Relocation Available)

BAE Systems

Cedar Rapids, IA · HybridFull-time$88–150K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$88–150K/yr
Location
Cedar Rapids, IAHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

BAE Systems seeks a Senior Software Engineer to architect, design, develop, and verify real‑time embedded GPS receiver software for military airborne, ground, and weapons applications, working in a hybrid environment that balances onsite collaboration with remote flexibility.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Real‑Time Embedded ApplicationsSoftware Development ProcessesTechnical CommunicationTeam CollaborationSoftware and Systems Engineering ProcessesLeadershipSoftware Requirements and ArchitectureFunctional DecompositionSubsystem Interface DefinitionTechnology ApplicationReal‑Time Embedded Hardware SystemsJiraCameoMagicDrawDOORSAdaCJavaPythonCommunication SystemsDigital Signal ProcessingKalman Filter TheoryAgileDevOpsDevSecOps

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Science Technology Engineering or Math4+ Years Direct Related ExperienceMust Be US CitizenAbility to Obtain DoW Security Clearance

Benefits

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

Full job description

Job Description

See what you re missing. Our employees work on the world s most advanced electronics from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our mission: We Protect Those Who Protect Us. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

In Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions, we design and manufacture state-of-the-art systems and technology that enable our customers to execute their precision strike missions.

BAE Systems is looking for a Senior Software Engineer with engineering experience and a passion for engineering and the desire to be part of an innovative, dedicated team responsible for industry-leading GPS products. Our team needs engineers interested in architecting, designing, developing and verifying software for real-time embedded GPS receivers for military airborne, ground and weapons applications. This position offers abundant opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of GPS technology and receiver architecture, and to apply that knowledge in a team effort to develop our Modernized GPS receiver products.

As a part of this team, you will have responsibilities spanning all phases of the software engineering lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, code development, integration, verification, and documentation. Assignments my include tasks such as developing software tools, supporting field demonstration efforts, providing customer support, and mentorship of other engineers. The successful applicant should be knowledgeable and skilled with a variety of development and test tools as well as proficient in the development of embedded hardware/software applications.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline, and 4 plus years of direct related experience

  • Must be a US Citizen

  • Have the ability to obtain a DoW Security Clearance

  • High motivation to solve problems and continuously improve existing products

  • A genuine desire to learn and innovate

  • Desire to contribute to a results-oriented product development team

  • Solid understanding of software development processes for real-time embedded applications

  • Strong verbal and written technical communication skills

  • Ability to work well with a diverse team

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Experience working with software and systems engineering processes

  • Experience with leadership as a part of program execution

  • Software requirements and architectural skills with functional decomposition, subsystem interface definition, technology application, and analysis

  • Experience with real-time embedded hardware systems

  • Experience with Jira, Cameo, MagicDraw and DOORS

  • Experience with Ada, C, C , Java or other high-order languages in real-time embedded applications

  • Experience with Python scripting

  • A working knowledge of Communication Systems, Digital Signal Processing, or Kalman Filter Theory.

  • Experience with modernized software development processes (e.g. Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922

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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