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Senior Engineer - Full-Stack Ground Software Developer

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Hybrid
Fairborn, OH
88K-150K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Fairborn, OH
88K-150K Annually
Senior level
Develop and maintain satellite ground software for command-and-control, mission planning, and data processing. Perform full software lifecycle tasks (requirements, design, coding, testing, integration, documentation) within an agile, CI/CD team. Work on-site and collaborate across engineering and business units to deliver high-reliability ground system capabilities.
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Job Description
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capability Unit (SCU) at BAE Systems Inc, Space and Mission Systems 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 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. 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: $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.
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.

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