Software Engineer - Precision Sensing & Seeker Systems

Job Description
Launch Your Career in National Security
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for embedded systems and a drive to solve complex technical challenges? Join the Market Expansion Software Team at BAE Systems and help us protect those who protect us.
We are developing critical seeker, guidance, and control technologies for precision munitions within our Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions (PGSS) business. This is a unique opportunity for an entry-level engineer to get hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technology and make a tangible contribution to national security from day one.
The Opportunity
As an Associate Software Engineer, you won't just be writing code, you'll be learning the art of embedded systems engineering. You will be integrated into a high-visibility program, working alongside seasoned Principal Engineers and Subject Matter Experts. You will gain exposure to the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements analysis and design to integration and testing on hardware designed to push the limits of what's possible.
Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop & Code: Write high-quality, reliable code in C/C++ for complex embedded systems
• Work with Cutting-Edge Hardware: Gain experience with Xilinx System-on-Chip (SoC) FPGAs and System-on-a-Module (SOM) architectures leveraging ARM processors
• Explore Operating Systems: Work across a variety of environments, ranging from bare metal to Embedded Linux
• Collaborate: Partner with Systems, Hardware, and Test engineers to help translate requirements into efficient software solutions
• Learn & Grow: Participate in design reviews and collaborate on engineering standards, best practices, and design patterns

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
• Strong foundational knowledge of C/C++, including an understanding of data structures, algorithms, and memory management
• Exposure to embedded systems development through coursework, internships, or personal project

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Previous experience in a supervised environment, such as an internship, supporting a DoW program or project
• Experience with development boards (ex, Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone Black, Arduino Uno, STM32)
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Interest or coursework in signal processing, guidance, or control systems
• Coursework in the training and use of AI models
• Exposure to Agile workflows, CI/CD tools, or static code analysis
• Experience with Python
• Confident and responsible use of generative AI tools used in the development of software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $59023 - $100339
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.