Principal Systems Engineer

Radar EngineerBAE Systems' Precision Strike (PS) Business Area has an immediate opening for a Radar Engineer for the Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line specializing in RF Seeker development programs. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics – from GPS devices for munitions and platforms to multi-function seekers that enable detecting threats for precision strike. Drawing strength from our differences, we are innovating for the future. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us at BAE Systems.BAE Systems is seeking a Huntsville, AL-based Senior Principal level Radar Systems Engineer to join a growing team developing cutting-edge capabilities in multimodal/multifunction seekers. You will serve as a technical contributor on our integrated product team in the Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) product line. As a senior-level contributor, you will be responsible for deeply impactful contributions to next generation military autonomy. Members on this development team drive collaborative value creation that is greater than the sum of their individual contributions. You will have the opportunity to participate in efforts across the full-spectrum of technology maturation ranging from Strategic Initiatives, IRAD/CRAD R&D prototypes, EMD units, LRIP units to full rate production systems. You will work with other engineering staff & team leaders to grow our knowledge and capabilities through engineering changes, lessons learned, insights, Agile retrospectives and product/process improvements in Radar seeker technology.The ideal candidate will have a balanced Radar experience mix covering two or more of the following: Radar analysis, design, prototyping, integration, test, and/or verification. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have skills in software and firmware development but will also exhibit a balanced understanding of both Radar hardware and software architectures. Finally, the candidate must also understand lab environment prototyping and evaluation concepts of Radar / RF based systems.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.Required Education, Experience, & Skills:Must hold a Secret clearance and be eligible to obtain Top Secret clearanceExperienced in two or more Radar engineering activities to include analysis, design, prototyping, integration, test, and/or verificationFamiliarity in weapons systems design, missile systems design, or weapons systems performance analysisPossess skills in a combination of CPU & FPGA programming using C, C++, and VHDLBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field with 5+ years of applicable experiencePreferred Education, Experience, & Skills:Advanced (MS or higher) degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or equivalentUnderstanding of one or more Radar modalities to include pulsed-Doppler, SAR, and HRRExperience with reviewing, characterizing, and/or verifying both hardware and software sensor architecturesPay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486 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.