Principal Systems Engineer

Job Description
The Senior Systems Engineer role will support essential Digital and Systems Engineering processes, systems architecture, and lifecycle management activities across the T-6A Avionics Replacement Program (ARP). This position will support the Lead Systems Engineer with digital and systems engineering activities in support of the primary flight and secondary avionics architecture upgrades for a fleet of 440 T-6A Texan II aircraft. As the U.S. Air Force's primary flight trainer, the T-6A is critical to developing basic flying skills for Joint Primary Pilot Training students across the Air Force and Navy. This position provides a high-visibility and rewarding opportunity to support the modernization of the Air Force's primary trainer aircraft fleet.
This role will leverage Systems Modeling Language (SysML) to develop, refine, and integrate architecture artifacts within a comprehensive Digital System Model (DSM). To ensure modeling quality and consistency, the role is responsible for designing, implementing and enforcing a SysML style guide that promotes rigorous traceability across all activities. Additionally, the position will support requirements development and analysis, overseeing the delivery of Technical Data Packages and system engineering artifacts to manage integration throughout the system lifecycle and foster full alignment with program and customer objectives. The role requires frequent interaction with the Prime Contractor, Government customers, and multiple internal functional areas. Successful candidates can balance complex technical objectives with programmatic and business considerations, ensuring alignment with overall mission and contractual goals.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Candidates must possess experience in digital engineering/Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and demonstrate proven leadership in developing SysML models that encompass both complex hardware and software systems. This experience should reflect an understanding of the full systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements development, functional and physical architecture definition, interface management, verification, and validation.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline in systems engineering with 3 years of direct experience.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements analysis, functional and physical system architecture design, and interface definition.
• Experience with digital engineering and architectural leadership of SysML-based modelling efforts.
• Hands-on experience with Cameo Systems Modeler and MagicDraw.
• Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional engineering teams in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with aircraft or avionics systems.
• Familiarity with the Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) process
• Certification in systems engineering, such as CSEP or OCSMP-MBF
• Possession of an OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP) certification is highly desirable.
• Additionally, prior experience supporting aircraft or aerospace system development is strongly preferred.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510
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 Intelligence & Security
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.