Systems Engineer (SME)

BAE Systems • Herndon, VA

1d • $146,670 - $249,330

About The Position

BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

We are looking for experienced Software Development Engineer to join our technology-based program supporting a key government customer. This program delivers Enterprise Computing Engineering services with modern technology solutions with that function both on customer premise, and via remote Cloud services. As a mission-focused administrator that solves problems on the program, you will be expected to: recognize the issue(s), identify the facts, define additional data that would be helpful, make assumptions as necessary, determine alternative approaches, evaluate alternatives, make recommendations, alter assumptions and rework solutions, and reflect on lessons learned.

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Requirements

• We are actively seeking a Software Development Engineer who will develop new automation capabilities that utilize infrastructure as code best practices and establishes a continuous integration /continuous delivery pipeline.
• Qualified applicants must have at least sixteen (16) years related experience and a Bachelors Degree.
• Masters Degree and 14 years or eighteen (18) years related experience are also acceptable.
• .NET
• C Sharp (C#)
• Demonstrated experience with cloud environments services such as AWS or Azure
• Substantial experience with Dev Ops practices and tools to include release management, orchestration and code repository tools such as Jira, Github, or Jenkins.
• Proven experience with using various scripting language to create final product per stakeholder requirements
• Experience architecting, implementing, or maintaining solutions in the sponsor cloud environment
• Demonstrated experience documenting concepts of operations and standards of practice for tiered maintenance support
• Ability to test and deploy custom infrastructure as code using various DevOps tools such as: Jenkins GitHub Ansible, PowerShell
• Proven ability to work senior leadership
• Must be able to deliver weekly status to leadership by specified deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Certifications: Microsoft Certified Engineer, Microsoft Certified Architect, CISSP, CISM, Security+, CEH, GSEC, or Cloud Security certifications (e.g., AWS Security, Azure Security Engineer)
• Experience working in air-gapped environments or with classified systems
• Experience with Agile methodologies and working in sprint-based development cycles
• Familiarity with security in CI/CD pipelines and container security (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of zero trust architecture and identity/access management strategiesT
• Toolsets & Platforms: Security Tools: Splunk, Rapid 7 Operating Systems: Windows Server, RHEL/CentOS, Ubuntu Compliance Tools: Rapid 7, Greenlight, Illuminate Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP Automation/Scripting: PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ansible DevSecOps: Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Excellent communication and documentation abilities Self-starter with ability to manage multiple tasks

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees