Job Description
What’s it like realizing your potential at an innovative company that takes on some of the world’s most import challenges? Rewarding! As part of our Software Engineering team, you’ll join a diverse group of driven professionals who develop, test and integrate products and systems that support modern military capabilities, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. With BAE Systems, you will be able to make an impact while you hone your skills and grow in your career.

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking highly motivated and talented Software or Computer Engineers to work with a talented team supporting the development, test, integration and verification of modern combat vehicles.

As a team member, your daily tasks may include:

• Hands-on systems integration and test of complex electronic and electro-mechanical systems in both software labs and on tactical military hardware and vehicles.
• Develop and execute test cases, test scripts, test plans, and test scenarios for all applicable requirements for new software releases in software lab environment and on tactical vehicle
• Ensure technical outcomes are consistent with established engineering principles and practices and that all technical, system, performance, and quality requirements are met
• Perform non-routine fault isolation, diagnosis and repair of test and tactical systems
• Perform root cause and corrective action investigation of issues
• Prepare test reports summarizing test results including anomalies, systems errors, and configuration changes
• Participate in software requirements, design, and code reviews
• Perform complex technical analysis, testing, calculations, and evaluation of results using specialized equipment and/or by computer programs
• Analyze and interpret design specifications, drawings, documentation, models, and/or test results to ensure technical designs comply with applicable engineering standards, military specifications and product requirements
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with customers to solve technical problems and implement solutions of moderate complexity

This position is located at our Combat Mission Systems facility in Sterling Heights, MI. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform work onsite, this role may require 100% full time on-site or may allow at least 50% (hybrid remote) on-site working at the BAE Systems facility based on business need. We work a flexible 9/80, schedule with every other Friday off.

We provide an open and inclusive environment that promotes growth, learning, and collaboration in order to obtain the best engineers in the industry. You will gain practical work experience and will work side-by-side with experienced engineering staff across multiple disciplines.

We work on the some of the world’s most advanced systems. Our goal is to provide employees the opportunities to grow and play a pivotal role in innovating for future warfighters. Drawing strength from our differences, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, today. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission - “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®”. Sound like a team you want to be part of?

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in STEM discipline with minimum two years of experience relative to degree (Preferred: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering)
• Programming experience in one of the following: C, C#, C++, Java, Ada, Python
• Ability to access and move about a military vehicle during integration, troubleshooting and test activities.
• Understanding and application of modern software development and systems engineering practices, design principles, techniques, and technologies.
• Motivated team player with excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master of Science degree in STEM discipline (Preferred: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering)
• Experience with software development environments, version control, and issue tracking tools
• Experience with real-time embedded operating systems
• Experience with multiple protocols: J1939, CAN, Ethernet, Serial, 1553
• Experience with hands-on troubleshooting using test equipment, CAN bus analysis tools, Ethernet network analysis tools, data acquisition systems
• Cybersecurity Certification: Security+, CSSLP, CISSP
• Previous Military experience is highly valued

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.