BAE Systems

Eng Sr - SW

BAE Systems • $100K — $120K *
Sterling Heights, MI 48310In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 4+ years of relevant experience
  • Hands-on experience with SIL/HIL test environments and test automation
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle/network interfaces like CAN/CAN FD, Ethernet, and serial
  • Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers

Responsibilities

  • Own the test strategy and integration plan for embedded software
  • Develop comprehensive test plans and execute them in SIL/HIL environments
  • Establish and maintain full requirements traceability
  • Build and maintain automated test suites and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines
  • Execute system-level integration and analyze behavior using relevant tools
  • Perform advanced fault isolation and root cause analysis on complex defects
  • Verify designs against standards and prepare formal test product assurance reports
  • Mentor junior engineers and lead reviews for continuous process improvement
  • Validate baselines and manage change requests in configuration & release management
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage integration dependencies

Benefits

  • Opportunity for conversion from contractor to permanent position
  • Work in a fast-paced, high-tech environment
  • Chance to mentor and develop junior engineers
  • Engagement in cross-functional collaboration across various engineering teams
  • Access to cutting-edge testing and integration technologies
Full Job Description
Job Description

Please note that this is a contractor conversion position and will be filled by a current contract employee.

What you'll do

As a Senior Software Test & Integration Engineer, you will:
  • Own the test strategy & integration plan for complex, real-time embedded software-defining V&V approaches, coverage goals, entry/exit criteria, and integration sequencing across subsystems.
  • Lead test planning and execution: Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures, scripts, and scenarios for SIL/HIL environments and on-vehicle testing; manage Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) and Integration Readiness Reviews (IRR).
  • Drive requirements traceability: Establish and maintain full traceability from requirements to test cases, results, and defects; ensure every requirement is verified and validated.
  • Automate where it matters: Build and maintain automated test suites and harnesses (e.g., Python, C/C++), integrate them into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins/GitLab CI), and track coverage metrics to improve release confidence.
  • Execute system-level integration in the software lab and on tactical vehicles, collecting data and logs across CAN/CAN FD, Ethernet, 1553, and serial interfaces; use tools such as Vector CANoe/CANalyzer and Wireshark to analyze behavior.
  • Perform advanced fault isolation & root cause analysis: Reproduce complex defects, triage issues across software/hardware/interfaces, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive corrective actions to closure.
  • Assure compliance and quality: Verify designs against engineering principles, applicable standards, and product requirements; prepare formal test reports and product assurance artifacts that support qualification/acceptance.
  • Mentor and influence: Conduct and lead reviews (requirements, design, code, and test), coach junior engineers, and champion continuous improvement in processes, tools, and automation.
  • Support configuration & release management: Validate baselines and release candidates, manage change requests, and ensure defect resolution aligns with schedule and risk plans.
  • Collaborate across the program: Partner closely with systems, software, hardware, safety, and supplier teams to manage integration dependencies, mitigate risks, and keep the program on track.


Required Skills and Education

  • Typically a Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of related experience.
  • Hands-on experience with SIL/HIL test environments, test automation (e.g., Python), and lab equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers).
  • Strong knowledge of vehicle/network interfaces (e.g., CAN/CAN FD, Ethernet, serial), diagnostics, and data logging/analysis.


Preferred Skills and Education

  • Defense/aerospace or military experience; comfortable with on-vehicle testing in operational environments.
  • Strong with Linux (embedded) and real-time OS (e.g., QNX, FreeRTOS).
  • Protocols: J1939/CAN (incl. CAN FD), Ethernet (TCP/UDP), Serial, MIL-STD-1553.
  • Hands-on troubleshooting using oscilloscopes/logic analyzers, CAN bus tools (Vector CANoe/CANalyzer), Ethernet analysis (Wireshark), and data acquisition systems.
  • Proficient with development environments, version control & issue tracking (e.g., Git, Jira) and requirements (e.g., DOORS); experience with CI/CD (Jenkins/GitLab) and build systems (CMake).
  • Cybersecurity certifications such as Security+, CSSLP, or CISSP, with applied secure-by-design practices. #LI-DNI

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
Learn more about BAE Systems
Size
90,500 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1997
NASDAQ
BAESF
* Ladders Estimates

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