Principal Embedded Software Engineer

BAE Systems•Village of Endicott, NY

1d•$107,359 - $182,510•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the future of flight with BAE Systems! Are you a highly experienced and visionary embedded software engineer seeking a leadership role in a dynamic and innovative environment? At BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems business, within our Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS) sector, we are dedicated to creating cutting-edge avionics systems that ensure the safety and efficiency of air travel. We’re seeking a talented and motivated Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Endicott, NY and provide technical leadership in the development of next-generation flight control and related systems. Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance are offered for this position! As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer within CAS, you will be a key technical leader responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and verification of complex embedded software solutions. You will mentor and guide a team of engineers, driving best practices, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safety-critical software. This role demands a deep understanding of embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and a commitment to software security and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
8-10+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a significant focus on aerospace or defense applications.
Deep understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) – experience with LynxOS, VxWorks, or INTEGRITY is highly desirable.
Expert proficiency in C/C++, Python programming languages and software development tools.
Extensive experience with software architecture, design patterns, and software modeling techniques including Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Strong knowledge of software security principles and best practices.
Comprehensive understanding of aerospace software standards (e.g., DO-178B/C).
Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Associates in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field with strong embedded software development background.
8-10+ years of experience in embedded controls development with at least 3 years leading high performing distributed teams.
Experience in full software lifecycle including requirements, design, coding, integration and verification.
Experience integrating on real-time, safety-critical electronic control systems that include hardware, software and programmable logic devices.
Experience with implementing cybersecurity capabilities leveraging features/components including any of the following; secure boot, cryptographic accelerators, Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs), Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs) or Hardware Security Modules (HSMs).
Understanding of purpose and usage of; cryptographic objects: Keys, Certs, CRLs; algorithms: SHA, AES, RSA, ECC, HMAC, GMAC, etc., and protocols: TLS/DTLS, IPSec, etc.
Solid knowledge and hands-on experience with C/C++, Python and assembly language programming
Experience performing static/dynamic code analysis.
Technical writing skills: capable of creating clear and concise engineering documentation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in related engineering field
10+ years of experience in avionics or electronic controls embedded development, including familiarity with systems such as flight controls, engine controls or mission systems, with at least 3 years of leading high performing distributed teams.
Experience with Multi-core and ARM processing hardware.
Experience with safety critical development guidelines including DO-178B/C, DO-254, ISO-26262 or equivalent safety process requirements.
Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership
Team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a dynamic/collaborative environment
Strong oral and written communications skills
Motivated self-starter with good problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability, with good planning and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Lead the software engineering team for complex embedded control systems, considering safety, performance, and security requirements
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of embedded software engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
Experience leading high performing technical teams.
Participate in all phases of the software lifecycle – from requirements definition and system design, through implementation, integration, and rigorous verification.
Develop and review software designs, code, and documentation to ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., DO-178C) and internal quality guidelines.
Evaluate and integrate new technologies and tools to improve software development processes and product capabilities.
Contribute to the evolution of our software development processes and best practices.
Act as a technical point of contact for complex software issues and provide resolution strategies.
Focus on software product security, leading the integration of security features and supporting comprehensive validation efforts.
Perform Control Account Manager (CAM) duties in adherence to sound Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques and practices.