Job Description

Job Description

Join BAE Systems’ Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area and lead the development of the next‑generation RF software for the P‑8A Poseidon Self‑Protection (P8‑ASP) program.  Building on a $95 million U.S. Navy contract, which is BAE’s electronic‑warfare solution that detects, exploits, and counters advanced missile threats, you will help shape a capability of strategic importance.  As the Test Automation lead for the P‑8A Poseidon Self‑Protection (P8‑ASP) program, you will drive the development of a robust, automated test framework verifies the integration of the software and requirements throughout the pod –ensuring the pod’s early‑threat detection and counter‑measure functions meet stringent airworthiness, effectiveness, and rapid‑modernization requirements for the Poseidon and future high‑value airborne assets.

In this position you will design, develop, and maintain a Python‑based integration‑test suite that exercises the full end‑to‑end signal‑processing chain on real hardware and in simulated environments.  You will create reusable test libraries, CI/CD pipelines, and automated reporting mechanisms that enable rapid regression testing across multiple software releases.  While Python is the primary language, familiarity with C++ and Ada will allow you to extend test harnesses into low‑level firmware and leveraged code bases, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the pod’s open‑architecture components.  Leveraging Agile and DevSecOps practices, you will work closely with systems, hardware, and software engineers to embed test automation early in the development lifecycle, reducing integration risk and accelerating time‑to‑production.

As the Test Automation lead you will work with the U.S. Navy and other customer sites, traveling as needed to support on‑site integration, troubleshoot issues, and conduct acceptance testing.  You will present test results and risk assessments at customer interchange meetings, mentor junior test engineers, and champion best‑in‑class verification processes across the program.  By delivering a scalable, maintainable automation framework, you will help safeguard the Poseidon crew, extend mission capability, and uphold BAE Systems’ mission—We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.  This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of electronic‑warfare testing on a high‑impact, long‑term program with strong funding and strategic importance.

 

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.

Required Skills and Education

• Active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field, and minimum of 10 years work experience or equivalent experience in Test Automation
• Demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and motivate technical teams
• Experience in embedded software development in C/C++
• Foundation in Object-Oriented design and implementation principles
• Software engineering processes, methodologies, and tools
• Software testing, validation, and verification activities
• Understanding of Agile and DevSecOps development practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong communication skills and ability to contribute to customer meetings, technical reviews, and design discussions

Preferred Skills and Education

• Master’s degree in computer science or computer engineering
• Full life-cycle software development
• Customer/Subcontractor interfacing

• Experience using Git/Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or equivalent experience