Principal Systems Engineer - IV&V

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Hudson, NH, USA
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Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Job Description
BAE Systems, Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line within the Precision Strike (PS) Business Area has an immediate opening for an IV&V Systems Engineer within the Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) program.
The selected candidate will support the technical planning, execution of system integration, verification and validation and qualification testing of APKWS development efforts. In this role, they will support the review of systems requirements including hardware, software, component, subsystem and operational. They will help generate the overall system test strategies including the system verification plans, procedures and reports. They will prepare and deliver technical presentations to internal stakeholders and customers. They will work as part of a team that supports hands-on efforts to integrate and test assemblies and subassemblies. Having the ability to work across functional engineering disciplines will only serve to enhance success in the Systems Integration, Verification and Validation role.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field in addition to 6+ Years of relevant industry experience or equivalent
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance (secret or higher)
  • Experience with laboratory integration and test activities involving electronic systems
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work across functional engineering disciplines
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools and willingness to learn custom-built test software GUIs

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience in system architecting of solutions for guided projectiles
  • Experience briefing leadership teams
  • Understanding of military operations and application of munitions seeker technologies
  • Hands-on experience or knowledge in the following areas:
    • Use of MATLAB or other programming languages/tools
    • Testing electronic board stacks
    • Hardware-in-the-Loop testing
    • Test and experimentation efforts in relevant environments

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825
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.

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