Senior Principal Software Engineer II

Job Description
This opening is for a large and dynamic program supporting a premier electronic warfare initiative for a military aircraft. The software leverages cutting-edge technologies to conduct electronic attack operations, providing critical support to the warfighter by disrupting adversary communication and radar capabilities. This program is funded, in a growth phase and expected to continue for years to come.
BAE Systems is seeking talented and driven, Senior Principal II level Software Engineers to join its' Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) group in Hudson, New Hampshire where you will work with a diverse group of professionals who design the products and systems that support enhanced military capabilities, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. We will provide you opportunities to learn, leverage our current technologies, incorporate new technologies, and be a leader in our engineering organization. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®."
In this leadership role you will oversee an integrated team collaborating with Systems, Hardware, and Test engineers in one or more of the phases of Project Planning, Requirements Development, Design, Development, Integration and Testing. You will prepare design and project artifacts intended to be used within complex programs, or across sets of programs, in accordance with established processes.
Job Responsibilities

• Support the analysis, design, implementation/code (typically in C++), integration, and testing of advanced electronic warfare systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to an engineering team to ensure successful delivery of program objectives.
• Present the technical design to the customer at technical interchange meetings.
• Provide on-going status to keep management informed of progress and results.
• Ensure effective communication across cross-functional teams.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this role, it will be performed fulltime on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
*Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Secret Security Clearance (active within the past few years)
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field, and minimum of 10 years work experience or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and motivate technical teams
• Experience in embedded and/or application software development in C++ in a Linux environment
• Foundation in Object-Oriented design and implementation principles
• Software engineering processes, methodologies, and tools
• Software testing, validation, and verification activities

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's degree in computer science or computer engineering
• Experience with electronic warfare, radar, or communication systems
• Active CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Full life-cycle software development
• Agile development experience
• Customer/Subcontractor interfacing
• Atlassian Tool Suite, ClearCase, Bit Bucket

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $140690 - $239140
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.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.