Job Description

Job Description

Do you want to write software that truly matters?
Do you want to play a direct role in bringing America’s warfighters home safely?
Do you want to apply your technical mastery to a cause greater than yourself?
If so, we need to talk.
In Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions (PS), we design, develop, and manufacture state-of-the-art systems that enable our customers to execute their missions. We are the industry leaders in seeker, guidance, and control technologies for precision munitions.
We are looking for a seasoned Principal Software Engineer who finds satisfaction in technical excellence and the challenge of keeping the factory running. This role is the backbone of our high-volume manufacturing environment, supporting critical programs such as THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense). You will be responsible for the software and systems that build, test, and troubleshoot these products. Your work ensures that our production lines stay active and that the tools used to verify our technology are precise and reliable—directly impacting our ability to deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.
Your Impact:

• Technical Stewardship: Serve as the subject matter expert for the software that powers our manufacturing and test equipment, ensuring high-volume production remains seamless and efficient.
• Production Problem Solving: Tackle complex software challenges in real-time to resolve bottlenecks on the factory floor and prevent production delays.
• Systems Optimization: Use your expertise to evolve our existing production processes, implementing new techniques to improve the reliability of our build and test software.
• Hands-on Integration: Balance independent deep-work with collaborative time on the factory floor, working directly with the machines and systems that bring our technology to life.

Note: This is an in-office position to allow for direct integration with our manufacturing floor.

 

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of 6 years of professional experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Deep technical proficiency and a strong background in C/C++.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Expertise in real-time embedded programming.
• Experience designing or implementing software algorithms.
• Strong familiarity with software engineering processes, methodologies, and tools.
• Proven track record in software testing, validation, and verification (V&V) activities.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

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.