Senior Software Engineer - SIGN-ON BONUS

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Merrimack, NH, USA
Hybrid
97K-165K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Develop and refactor C/C++ embedded software and signal-processing algorithms for space applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, respond to evolving requirements, and improve existing code efficiency and maintainability. The role requires substantial embedded development experience, algorithm or digital signal processing expertise, strong technical communication, a computer science or computer engineering degree, U.S. citizenship, and an existing Top Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret/SCI and a CI polygraph.
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Job Description
Do you have experience writing beautiful C code and developing algorithms? Are you familiar with digital signal processing? Do you enjoy collaborating with others? Come join our team of engineers in Space Systems!
We're looking for talented software developers with a love for space and solving hard problems. If you've looked at existing code and thought, "I could make this more efficient" or "I know a more elegant solution," we'd like to meet you!
At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We offer a flexible work environment and multiple options for work schedules (9/80, 4/10, and others). Our company is part of the community and driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
Job Responsibilities• Write software in C++ or C for a space application• Refactor existing signal processing processing code into C or C++.• Collaborate with a multi-discipline engineering team.• Efficiently respond to developing requirements.
Due to the importance, this position offers a Sign-On Bonus. (Note: Current BAE Systems employees are ineligible for sign-on bonuses.)
Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Required:
  • An existing TS clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance and a successfully adjudicated CI polygraph
  • 6+ years of embedded software development experience, preferably with C or C++
  • Algorithm development or signal processing experience
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience with CUDA programming
  • Familiarity with the RF and software-defined radios
  • Experience creating automated build pipelines such as, gitlab, Jenkins, Ansible, & Atlassian tools

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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.

Skills Required

  • 6+ years of embedded software development experience, preferably using C or C++
  • Algorithm development or digital signal processing experience
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
  • Existing Top Secret clearance, ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance, and successful CI polygraph adjudication
  • U.S. citizenship
  • CUDA programming experience
  • Familiarity with RF and software-defined radios
  • Experience creating automated build pipelines using GitLab, Jenkins, Ansible, or Atlassian tools

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BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

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HQ: Falls Church, VA
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Year Founded: 1999

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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