Embedded Software Engineer Lead

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Job Summary

In this Embedded Software Engineer Lead opportunity, you will be part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment supporting a dynamic cross-functional team that supports safety critical systems and make impacts in the following ways:

• Lead a team of Software Developers in developing real-time embedded electronics solutions for high integrity and safety critical applications through all stages of the software development cycle (requirements, design, code, and verification).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as DO-178C, DO-331 and other relevant safety and security guidelines.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Systems and Hardware Engineers to translate business needs and customer requirements into technical solutions, including performing SW/HW integration testing, verification, and debug.
• Implement and oversee best practices for software development, including version control, coding standards, automated testing, and integration.
• Responsibilities may also include reverse engineering existing code bases to address problem reports, implement enhancements and improve overall structure for maintainability.
• Assist in risk management and mitigation strategies for software development.
• The Software Lead will be expected to present to a wide variety of stakeholders including customers, managers, and business area leaders.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS with 8+ years of experience in avionics or electronic controls embedded development in a safety or mission critical environment (ie; aerospace, military, energy, nuclear, automotive, medical devices).
• A proven track record of successfully leading Software development teams, delivering on commitments, and mentoring and developing their team.
• Full software lifecycle leadership experience from requirements development through verification.
• Experience with one or more embedded software programming languages such as C.
• Experience in Cost and Schedule tracking (EVM).
• Technical writing skills: capable of creating required engineering documentation.
• Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD Degree with 10 or more years of related experience.
• Experience in Safety Critical or Mission Critical Industries such as: Aerospace, Military, Medical, Automotive, Industrial / Energy / Nuclear.
• Experience with ARM/PowerPC processors and associated System on Chip features.
• Experience developing device drivers/board support packages.
• Experience with developing software to DO-178 standards.
• Familiar with data transfer protocols (ARINC 429, RS-232, MIL-STD-1553).
• Experience with model-based design (MBD) and auto-code generation using tools like MATLAB/Simulink.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $130,355 - $221,603

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.

Key skills/competency

• Embedded Software Engineering
• Software Development Lifecycle
• DO-178C
• C Programming Language
• Systems Engineering
• Hardware Integration
• Risk Management
• Team Leadership
• Requirements Analysis
• Verification and Validation