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Job Description Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely (one day/week). Come see what you are missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced Test and Support systems. You will help design, develop, test and document software applications to test and diagnose various aircraft capabilities and support equipment items. At BAE Systems, you will be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we are innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you with 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 BAE Systems. BAE Systems is seeking a Software Engineer with strong software and hardware skills, at least 2-6 years of software design, code, test and hardware integration experience to join our Test and Support Systems team. The candidate will be assigned to our aircraft Diagnostics team, supporting, maintaining and upgrading an application that downloads and analyzes aircraft fault data. While software development experience is required, the candidate must also have a working knowledge of electrical components and electronics, a background working with basic electrical hardware and analysis, as well as the ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics. This role requires a blend of software development and hardware analysis, with a focus on understanding electrical component circuit diagrams to diagnose and resolve aircraft failure modes. This is a hands-on technical role on a multi-disciplinary team. The candidate will be a member of a small team of developers in creating, deploying, and sustaining a test/support platform, in addition to hands-on software/hardware integration and troubleshooting. The candidate will also interface with Systems and Hardware Engineering. The application software is developed in C/C++ and Java using commercial tools such as Microsoft Visual Studio, MATLAB, and Java Development Kit (JDK). The ability to travel occasionally domestically and/or internationally is required to perform lab and aircraft testing. Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Must be able to obtain a Secret level security clearance • Bachelor's Degree or higher in a computer related or engineering field • 2-6 years of software development or electrical engineering experience with software/hardware test, and electronics engineering support, including design testing and system verification experience. • Software architecture, design, and development experience using C/C++ or Java • Use of common lab equipment/good background in performing and documenting lab work • Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions to assist in software/hardware debug, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Active/current Secret clearance • Experience supporting program management activities such as task assignment, task estimation, schedule development and status tracking and new business activities. • Experience working with supporting Automatic Test Equipment used to test large, complex hardware systems • Experience in performing flightline and customer testing Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922 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, Inc. 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.

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Job Description Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely (one day/week).
The application software is developed in C/C++ and Java using commercial tools such as Microsoft Visual Studio, MATLAB, and Java Development Kit (JDK).
The ability to travel occasionally domestically and/or internationally is required to perform lab and aircraft testing.
Bachelor's Degree or higher in a computer related or engineering field
2-6 years of software development or electrical engineering experience with software/hardware test, and electronics engineering support, including design testing and system verification experience.
Software architecture, design, and development experience using C/C++ or Java
Use of common lab equipment/good background in performing and documenting lab work
Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions to assist in software/hardware debug, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components
Experience supporting program management activities such as task assignment, task estimation, schedule development and status tracking and new business activities.
Experience working with supporting Automatic Test Equipment used to test large, complex hardware systems
Experience in performing flightline and customer testing
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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.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Active/current Secret clearance

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