Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Job Description
Come see what you're missing. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future, and you can, too! 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.
BAE Systems is looking for people with Electrical Engineering and Systems Engineering backgrounds. We are looking for motivated, positive minded, and challenge seeking engineers with an RF background or and Electrical Engineer who wants to learn RF on Airborne systems. BAE Systems is focused on enhancing operational EW capabilities for a wide variety of engineering tasks.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
This position involves leading integrating and testing large-scale complex electronic warfare systems to include developing test processes, executing tests, data analysis, and anomaly resolution. Performing systems engineering functions such as analyzing signals, trade studies, developing and validating electronic warfare concepts of operation in a laboratory environment.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

1. Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Operations Research, or Computer Science and 8 years of work experience.
2. Hold a current Top-Secret security clearance.
3. Experience with Digital Signal Processing and Digital Communications
4. Understanding of communication system operation and employment
5. Ability to effectively document, communicate and work with a team on designs, results, reports, and presentations.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

1. Master's degree in a technical field such as Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Software Engineering, or Computer Science.
2. Have RF Theory and wireless communications experience.
3. Understanding of signal processing for signal analysis and waveform generation
4. Specific skills within the Electronic Attack (EA) domains of Electronic Warfare (EW)
5. Familiarity with lab test equipment (signal generators, spectrum analyzers)
6. Windows/Unix/Linux OS/MATLAB
7. Digital Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering (SysML), Model Based Agile Engineering (Value Drive Digital Threads) and Agile Mindset principle, practices & processes, and tools & techniques.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $126610 - $215270
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.