Job DescriptionOur Space & Mission Systems sector is seeking engineering talent to join our Space Vehicle Simulator team. In this role, you will contribute to hardware-software integration efforts that support real space missions. The simulators we build function as early system prototypes, enabling critical program activities such as flight software development and test, risk-reduction integration, ground system development, and mission operator training.
This position is ideal for someone who is excited about aerospace and curious about how satellites are designed, built, and operated. You'll use your software engineering skills to help develop real-time simulations of BAE Systems SMS Space Vehicles and collaborate closely with a team of engineers in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.
What You'll Do:- Design, develop, and implement real-time simulations of space vehicles.
- Participate in the full software lifecycle: requirements, architecture, design, coding, testing, integration, and documentation.
- Work within an Agile development environment using GitLab, coding standards, DevSecOps pipelines, and modern workflow practices.
- Gain exposure to container technologies (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes), messaging protocols (Google Protobufs), shared-memory and high-performance data architectures (Infiniband, RDMA), and network concepts (VLANs, PTP). Prior experience in these areas is welcome.
- 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.
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working
on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions: - Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
- May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
- May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
Required Skills and Education- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 2 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.
- Experience or coursework in software development using languages such as C/C++, Ruby, Rust, or Python.
- Exposure to model-based simulations using MATLAB/Simulink. Experience with automated code generation (Embedded Coder, Simulink Coder, MATLAB Coder) is a plus but not mandatory.
- Interest in real-time operating systems (Linux, VxWorks) or real-time application development.
- Familiarity with or curiosity about control theory, hardware-in-the-loop testing, or processor-in-the-loop simulations.
- Understanding of the software development lifecycle, version control tools, coding standards, and collaborative workflows.
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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.
Preferred Skills and Education- BS degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with demonstrated competency in software development.
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.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.
Benefits InformationEmployee 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.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
