Senior Software Engineer - Space Applications - Sign-on Bonus

Job Description

Do you have experience writing code in Java? Do you love Linux? Have you built and used automated build pipelines? Have you worked on a small team previously and worn a few hats? We need your talents and experience as a Senior Software Engineer on our Space Systems team.

You will join a team of engineers on a program that provides customers with scalable data processing enabling real-time situational awareness in support of the warfighter. You will have the opportunity to build upon and modernize existing software capabilities. Tired of learning a new program every 6 months? Our position provides stable work for a long-time customer.

When you become a member of our team, you will work across multiple disciplines and collaborate with our Systems, Hardware, and Test Engineers to impact all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle. At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We offer a flexible work environment and multiple options for work schedules (9/80, 4/10, and others). Our company is part of the community and driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

If you have worked previously in a secure environment, consider yourself a rockstar teammate, and enjoy contributing to a mission that matters, wed love to meet you!

Job Responsibilities

Agile software design, development, test, deployment, and documentation of features and fixes in ongoing releases of fielded software

Collaborate with a small multi-discipline team of engineers

Work closely with program subject matter experts to learn the code base and identify portions for which to take ownership

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site.

Due to the importance, this position offers a Sign-On Bonus. (Note: Current BAE Systems employees are ineligible for sign-on bonuses.)

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Required:

A Bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related discipline

Active TS/SCI Clearance, and the ability to successfully complete a CI poly

Have or able to achieve Security+ certification upon hire

4+ years of software development experience

Proficiency in Java and/or C++

Proficiency with source code control tools such as git or Bitbucket

Strong communication, collaboration, & interpersonal skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Preferred:

Experience with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo)

Experience developing on Linux Operating Systems

Experience building & using automation pipelines (Jenkins, Maven, Bamboo, or others)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914

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.