Software Engineering Lead

Software Engineering Lead

Join BAE Systems' Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area where we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. Our team leverages industry leading EO/IR and RF technologies to advance multi-platform detection, tracking, and defeat of incoming threats to support aircraft, ground vehicle, and maritime survivability. We continue to build on more than 40 years of experience fielding EO/IR survivability solutions in complex rotary and fixed-wing aircraft and ground vehicle environments. Our team uses advanced machine learning-based algorithms to enable fast adaption for new and emerging threats for airborne, land, and maritime products. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we're more than 5,000 strong. We offer a flexible "9/80" schedule with every other Friday off. Additionally, with our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Engineering Lead to join our team. Typical duties assigned to this position:

• Lead a software team through Agile software engineering design and development
• Employ your expertise, decision skills, and independent judgment in technical areas
• Lead Design Review activities to achieve program success
• Communicate essential information and coordinate with engineering disciplines and functions
• Develop program schedules, earned value criteria, and productivity metrics for efficient performance
• Ensure the established Software Development Process is implemented successfully
• Support important program capture and proposal teams with software baselines that include development and cost/scheduling estimating
• Work with Discipline Section Leads to determine program staffing needs and "right person/right job"

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a software architecture role
• Proven CAM experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring project schedules, budgets, and productivity metrics to ensure efficient team performance. Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) project execution and practices.
• Experience supporting Bid & Proposal activities, including developing proper BOEs.
• Solid understanding of software design patterns, architectural styles, and software engineering principles
• Must be eligible to obtain a Secret level clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Current DoD Security Clearance
• Certification for Earned Value Management System (EVMS) project management techniques
• The use of commercially available schedule tools and application of those tools within EVMS is a plus.
• Experience implementing to an established Software Engineering design processes
• Possesses sound interpersonal communication skills involving interfacing with company personnel, customers, and suppliers
• Experience supporting new business capture and proposal teams with development of software engineering cost/schedule estimates
• Capable of exercising independent discretion and judgment in the performance of engineering duties, including identifying and managing risks and opportunities.
• Ability to develop and implement design solutions, processes, and systems within budget and schedule requirements
• Understanding of EO/IR concepts and technologies including Electro-Optical/Infrared Image processing, pointer/tracker systems, and detection algorithms.
• Experience creating, reading, and maintaining system models using SysML to support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035 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 Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve. 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.