Senior Systems Engineer-Performance and Simulation
BAE Systems · Nashua, New Hampshire, US
Posted August 4, 2026
Full-TimeTechnology & EngineeringSoftware Development
About this role
</br><b>Job Description </b></br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:" tahoma",sans-serif"=""><span style="color:#121212">Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from providing the latest in missile seeker innovations to autonomous smart munitions. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.”<br> <br>BAE Systems, Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line within the Precision Strike (PS) Business Area has an immediate opening for an experienced Systems Engineer specializing in support to our development efforts in our Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Missile Seeker program. This position will support development program activities, including being a member of the performance and simulation team, understanding the system requirements, creating and reviewing reports and streamlining analysis processes. </span></span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:normal"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:" tahoma",sans-serif"=""><span style="color:#121212"> <br>Our engineers are members of cross-functional, multi-disciplined teams focused on developing cost-effective systems that meet the needs of our customers. Candidates should be comfortable working with teams of all sizes and enjoy a mix of creative design work, mentoring the next generation of protégés, developing white papers, presenting internally and externally, and leading test events. <br><br>At BAE Systems, cultural and behavioral principles are a special part of our engineering organization, which means we are looking for team players who have demonstrated experience working successfully in group settings and will support our commitment to diversity and inclusion.</span></span></span></span></span><br></br></br><b>Required Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><ul style="margin-bottom:11px"><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a secret clearance </span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">ABET accredited Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics or related field </span><span style="background:yellow"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">with a minimum of 6 years' related experience</span></span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">Extensive experience with MATLAB</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">Experience with digital image processing and algorithm development</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background:yellow"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">Experience performing</span></span><span style="background-color:#ffffff;"> comprehensive system modeling and requirement analysis to ensure technical specifications are met</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background:yellow"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">Experience analyzing</span></span><span style="background-color:#ffffff;"> data and report against requirements </span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background:yellow"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">Experience managing and participating</span></span><span style="background-color:#ffffff;"> in trade studies and peer reviews</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background:yellow"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">Experience preparing and delivering</span></span><span style="background-color:#ffffff;"> technical presentations internally and with customers</span></span></span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;">Excellent organizational and time management skills</span></span></span></span></li></ul></br></br><b>Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><ul style="margin-bottom:11px"><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="color:#121212"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:" tahoma="">Master’s or PhD in related field</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="color:#121212"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:" tahoma="">Experience with device physics </span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="color:#121212"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:" tahoma="">Experience with signal processing</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="color:#121212"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:" tahoma="">Experience with missile systems and guided projectiles</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:" tahoma=""><span style="color:#121212">Experience with infrared (IR) focal planes</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="color:#121212"><span style="tab-stops:list .5in"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:" tahoma="">Experience working in an Agile environment</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><br><br><b>Pay Information</b><br>Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762<br><br>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. <br><br>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.<br></br></br><b>About BAE Systems Electronic Systems </b></br>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.<br><br>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.
Requirements
- Security Clearance: Secret
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