FAST Labs - Software Engineer - All Levels - Top Secret Jobs

Software Engineer Position at BAE SystemsThank you for your interest in BAE Systems! We are hiring software engineers at all experience levels to grow our FAST Labs™ team. These positions will be located at our Merrimack, New Hampshire location. If your background and skillset align with our hiring needs, we will be in touch with next steps. If selected for an interview, we will discuss specific opportunities that match your interests and skillset with the hiring team. For candidates who are not local to the Merrimack, NH area, virtual interviews will be accommodated. If you are a technologist who loves to design, write, integrate, and test cutting edge software based around challenging algorithms, platforms, and environments, this is the career opportunity for you.The FAST Labs business area is the innovative research and development engine within the Electronic Systems Sector of BAE Systems. We are a fast-paced environment, creating prototype, proof of concept, and low volume product with minimal process and documentation requirements. FAST Labs is an environment where smart people are allowed to run fast. Sitting at the heart of BAE Systems Electronic Systems (ES), FAST Labs defines the next generation of technology across ES's defense and commercial portfolios. We seek to turn groundbreaking research into real-life impact for our customers, as we develop advanced capabilities in advanced electronics, sensors and processing, AI, autonomy, RF, EO/IR, cyber, microelectronics, and more. We value internal and external partnerships and collaborate across a broad innovation ecosystem that includes DoD/IC/OGA labs and research teams, universities, small businesses and venture firms/accelerators - all in service of developing advanced technologies to enable our nation's warfighting mission needs. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and secure access to sensitive information, this role will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.Required Education, Experience, & Skills:Active Top Secret ClearanceBachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field6+ years of professional software development (2+ years if earned a Master's degree in STEM field)Advanced-level experience with Object Oriented design, development practices, and implementation in C++11 (or later)Advanced-level experience developing for and operating in a Linux EnvironmentKnowledge of software architectures, industry best practices, and emerging software technologiesExcellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing requirementsPreferred Education, Experience, & Skills:Master's Degree or PhD in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical fieldExperience developing algorithms in MATLAB or converting MATLAB algorithms to C++Development experience with PythonGeneral Purpose Graphical Processing Unit (GPU) OPENCL or CUDA development experience is highly desiredExperience in a rapid prototype environmentReal-time, embedded, multi-threaded, low latency development and/or Linux application developmentExperience with DevSecOps, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), or automated release managementExperience with containerization (e.g. Podman/Docker) and developing software in containerized environmentsCloud Native Technologies experience (e.g. Kubernetes, Harbor, Helm, etc.)Experience developing applications that cover several of: distributed, multi-threaded, real time, embedded, low latency, DSP, device control, or military systems.RF, Radar, EO/IR, Electronic Warfare, Signal Processing or Software Defined Radio experience.Software reverse engineering, RF or software cyber experience.Embedded Linux experience (Yocto, Buildroot, Petalinux, etc.)Knowledge of Digital Engineering methodologies and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices.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, 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.