We're seeking a highly experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead the Digital Architecture Team's Data Collection Software discipline at BAE Systems. As a key member of our leadership team, you'll oversee the development of mission-critical data collection software solutions for Next Generation Electronic Warfare Systems Products and Solutions. If you're a seasoned Software Engineering Manager with a passion for leading high-performing teams and upholding the principles of transparency, accountability, and posterity, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of software engineers in designing, developing, and testing data collection software solutions for Next Generation Electronic Warfare Systems Products and Solutions
- Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including engineering teams, product managers, and customers
- Develop and execute development strategies, plans, and processes to ensure high-quality products and solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Systems, Hardware, and Operations Engineers, to ensure alignment and integration of software solutions
- Mentor and develop team members to achieve their full potential and advance in their careers
- Manage software development projects, including budgeting, resource allocation, and timeline management
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
- Foster a culture of transparency, ensuring that all team members have visibility into project goals, objectives, and outcomes
- Promote accountability, holding team members responsible for their actions and decisions
- Ensure that all software development activities are properly documented and archived, upholding the principle of posterity
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Possess an active DoD Secret security clearance
- Education: Bachelor's Degree
- Experience: 10+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years of experience in a leadership or management role
- Programming Languages: Experienced in C#/Python, Protobuf/gRPC, NI TestStand, SCPI
- Technical Skills:
- Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming
- Strong Technical Communication
- Test & Measurement Automation
- Experience performing Software Integration with Hardware
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve high-performance results
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to transparency, accountability, and posterity
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Automated Test and Measurement Software Development
- Factory production test stands, problem isolation, and resolution
- Debug skills
- Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment
- Unit Under Test (UUT) emulation and simulation
- Unit Test Driven Software Design
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
- Develop and execute a vision for the data collection software engineering team that aligns with company goals and objectives
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Drive technical excellence and ensure high-quality products and solutions
- Uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, and posterity in all aspects of software development and team management
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
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.
Skills Required
- Active DoD Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's degree
- 10+ years of software engineering experience
- At least 2 years of leadership or management experience
- Experience with C# and Python
- Experience with Protobuf/gRPC, NI TestStand, and SCPI
- Understanding of object-oriented programming
- Strong technical communication skills
- Test and measurement automation experience
- Software integration with hardware experience
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Automated test and measurement software development
- Factory production test stand, problem isolation, and resolution experience
- Debugging skills
- Continuous integration and continuous deployment experience
- Unit Under Test emulation and simulation experience
- Unit test-driven software design experience
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is broad with medical, dental, and vision options, plus mental health and EAP resources, and U.S. eligibility that can begin quickly. Materials also reference wellbeing programs designed to support employees and their families.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a U.S. 401(k) savings plan with company match information highlighted in benefits summaries. Global materials also reference pension contributions in some regions, indicating solid long-term financial support.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs include paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and back-up child and elder care for U.S. employees. Family resources and caregiving support are emphasized across benefit materials.
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What We Do
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.
Why Work With Us
We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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