Job DescriptionJoin the Engineering Tools Team: Shape the Future of Product Lifecycle ManagementWe're seeking a talented Applications Developer II to join our dynamic Engineering Tools team at BAE Systems. As a key player in our PLM development team, you'll have the opportunity to design, develop, and support cutting-edge enterprise systems that manage product data across the entire lifecycle.
Unlock Innovation and GrowthIn this role, you'll work on a wide range of projects that drive application deployment, testing, and enhancement. You'll also have the chance to create REST service connections to our digital enterprise framework, enabling the creation of digital twins of our products. With AI integration on the horizon, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, helping to shape the future of our applications and systems.
Key ResponsibilitiesAs an Applications Developer II, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and supporting our enterprise-class applications, including PLM, CAD data management, and Requirements Management. Your responsibilities will include:
- Application Development and Enhancement: Build, enhance, and support applications, creating new capabilities and extending existing ones from our software vendors.
- Digital Thread Development: Enhance our environment to support processes and unite engineering development artifacts, exploring Model-Based Engineering (MBE) capabilities to create a seamless "digital thread."
- Customer Support and Engagement: Provide exceptional support to a diverse population, ensuring our system meets their requirements and delivers value.
- Technical Solution Development: Evaluate user requirements and propose technical solutions to meet their needs.
- System Integration: Integrate systems using various techniques, including REST services, to ensure seamless communication and data exchange.
- Application Maintenance and Upgrades: Upgrade applications to maintain supportability, compliance, and take advantage of the latest software developments.
- Release Management: Install new releases, exploring vendor enhancements, and analyzing/planning upgrades to ensure smooth implementation.
- Infrastructure Analysis: Analyze infrastructure components and services underpinning our application environment, including Windows Server with IIS and RHEL with TomEE.
- Compliance and Documentation: Prepare documentation and identify system components to ensure applications comply with NIST and CMMC requirements.
- Agile Development: Participate in Agile development methodologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Required Skills and EducationTo be considered for this role, you must have:
- A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience in engineering or software development)
- At least 3 years of experience in a related field
- Strong programming skills and experience with application testing and debugging
- Ability to navigate and work with server operating systems, such as RHEL and Windows Server, to troubleshoot application processes, scripting, and log investigations
- Excellent communication skills.
Preferred Skills and Education- Ability to navigate and work with server operating systems, such as RHEL and Windows Server, to troubleshoot application processes, scripting, and log investigations
- Excellent communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications We prefer candidates with:
- A bachelor's degree
- Experience with PLM and requirements management applications, including implementation and software development
- Familiarity with PTC Windchill, RV&S, ThingWorx, or other PLM systems
- Ability to assess business requirements and translate them into technical specifications
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, and SQL, as well as experience with Unix, source code management (Git, CI/CD pipelines), secure code evaluation, application debugging, and software testing methodologies.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
