Eng Prin - Sys

BAE Systems • Fairborn, OH

12d • Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems Inc, Space & Mission Systems (SMS) is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in Image and Signal Processing to solve complex intelligence and defense-related problems. This role focuses on the development and integration of advanced scientific algorithms to process, exploit, and disseminate data from EO/IR, multi-spectral, and radar sensors. You will be responsible for creating high-impact applications for target detection and geolocation, modeling system performance, and developing analytic tools for collection planning. Your expertise will ensure that remote sensing capabilities are optimized to detect, track, and characterize critical objects. This role is pivotal to the advancement of geospatial intelligence and signal processing capabilities across the organization. By applying rigorous statistical methods and advanced mathematical frameworks, you enable the achievement of higher accuracy in target geolocation and detection. Your ability to bridge the gap between theoretical physics and deployable software ensures that mission-critical sensing systems are validated, accurate, and scalable in contested environments. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

Requirements

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience.
• Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required.
• Mastery of image processing techniques and target detection in imagery.
• Expertise in target geolocation from imagery.
• Deep understanding of GEOINT principles.
• Proficiency in using ECEF (Earth-Centered, Earth-Fixed) and ECI (Earth-Centered Inertial) coordinate systems.
• Proficiency in high-level computing languages, specifically Python or MATLAB.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for candidates exceeding the required years of experience for their respective degree level.
• Experience with target tracking and track correlation.
• Proficiency in applying Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to signal or image processing.
• Strong foundation in Applied Mathematics and Physics.
• A commitment to innovation and the ability to establish effective working relationships across Strategic Business Units and Strategic Capabilities Units.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, test, and integrate scientific algorithms using high-level computing languages, typically Python and MATLAB.
• Create advanced applications for deriving information from EO/IR, multi-spectral, and radar sensor data with a focus on target detection, characterization, and geolocation.
• Develop spatial and temporal signal processing algorithms for Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (PED).
• Model system performance and characterize remote sensing sensors, systems, and missions to determine capabilities for mission objectives including target detection, geolocation, and classification.
• Design and implement collection planning and analytic tools to support intelligence operations.
• Enhance, test, and evaluate algorithms designed to detect, track, characterize, and exploit weak signals in the presence interference.
• Apply rigorous statistical methods and analysis to ensure all findings and algorithm outputs are complete and accurate.
• Solve complex military and tactical problems, providing high-level technical guidance to ensure the delivery of robust geospatial intelligence solutions.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
• Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• health savings accounts
• a 401(k) savings plan
• disability coverage
• life and accident insurance
• employee assistance program
• legal plan
• discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• military leave
• bereavement leave
• any applicable federal and state sick leave
• company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal