Eng Sr Prin III - SW

BAE Systems • Merrimack, NH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join BAE Systems’ Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area where we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. Our team leverages industry leading EO/IR and RF technologies to advance multi-platform detection, tracking, and defeat of incoming threats to support aircraft, ground vehicle, and maritime survivability. We continue to build on more than 40 years of experience fielding EO/IR survivability solutions in complex rotary and fixed-wing aircraft and ground vehicle environments. Our team uses advanced machine learning-based algorithms to enable fast adaption for new and emerging threats for airborne, land, and maritime products. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we’re more than 5,000 strong. We offer a flexible "9/80" schedule with every other Friday off. Additionally, with our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Software Architect to join our team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in defining and evolving the software architecture for our next-generation airborne platforms, with a focus on open architecture, high-performance computing, and integration with EO/IR and Laser systems. This role requires a strong understanding of software engineering principles, system design, and the ability to translate complex requirements into elegant and practical solutions. You will be a technical leader, mentoring other engineers and driving architectural consistency across multiple projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a software architecture role
• Solid understanding of software design patterns, architectural styles, and software engineering principles
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems development
• Experience with software configuration management tools (e.g., Git)
• Experience creating, reading, and maintaining system models using SysML to support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities.
• Experience throughout the full life-cycle of software development
• Experience developing in Linux environments
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Previous experience in technical/project team leadership
• Must hold an active Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with Open Architecture Frameworks and high-performance computing (e.g., multi-core processors, GPUs, optimized libraries).
• Strong understanding of EO/IR concepts and technologies including Electro-Optical/Infrared Image processing, pointer/tracker systems, and detection algorithms.
• Experience with algorithm development and optimization in C++, CUDA, or Open CL
• Experience with communication protocols (e.g., UDP, TCP/IP, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429).
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define and document the software architecture for new and existing ISS systems, ensuring alignment with overall system goals, security requirements, and industry best practices.
• Champion the adoption of open architectures (e.g., FACE, MOSA, GRA) to promote interoperability, portability, and future-proofing of our systems.
• Lead the integration of EO/IR capabilities into complex rotary and fixed-wing aircraft and ground vehicle environments including pointer/trackers, IR/UV Sensors, and lasers.
• Collaborate with systems engineers and stakeholders to analyze system requirements and translate them into detailed architectural specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to software development teams during the design, implementation, and testing phases.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies and frameworks to identify opportunities for improving our software architecture and capabilities.
• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of quality and continuous learning.
• Create and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation, including diagrams, interface specifications, and design rationale.
• Work closely with hardware engineers, systems engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components.

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
• paid military leave
• paid 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: Senior