Software Engineering Lead (SWEL)

</br><b>Job Description </b></br><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.<br><br>You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. 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 missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World^TM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.<br><br><span style="line-height:107%">Do you want to join a team that designs and writes software that really matters?<br>Do you want to contribute to bringing America’s warfighters home safely?<br>Do you want to be a part of a cause greater than yourself?<br>Then, we need to talk!<br><br>Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we’re more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.<br><br>In Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions (PS) we design, develop, and manufacture state-of-the-art systems and technology that enable our customers to execute their mission. We are thought leaders in the application of seeker, guidance, and control technologies for precision munitions. </span><span style="line-height:107%">The Precision Strike Market Expansion Software Team is looking for an ambitious Software Engineering Lead (SWEL) that is ready to join a dedicated software engineering team responsible for designing, implementing, and testing software used in BAE Systems next generation of seeker, guidance, and control technology. The selected candidate will be accountable for budget, schedule, and technical success associated with the scope of the applicable software Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs) allocated by the program. The SWEL owns various program activities such as project scope estimation and planning, technical execution, risk management, earned value, and software process adherence. <br><br>The SWEL must work with engineering management to identify skills and appropriate staffing to implement the plan. The SWEL is accountable for interfacing cross-functionally with systems, hardware, development environment, manufacturing test, quality and the program management teams to ensure a smooth flow from design to delivery of the software items. As requested, the SWEL will interact with customers on software topics. Additionally, the SWEL will participate in program bidding activities and share responsibility for managing subcontractor scope.</span><br><br><span style="line-height:107%">Specific responsibilities of this position include:</span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Apply critical thinking, sound logic, and relevant metrics to make well-informed decisions</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Perform earned value management and reporting</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Support bid and proposal activities</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Demonstrate good judgement by quickly assessing the cost, benefits and risks of decisions</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Proactively identify and manage risk associated with the software development activities</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Ensure customer deliveries occur on time </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Ensure effective communication between all other participants in the design process</span></span></span></li></ul></br></br><b>Required Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:107%">Basic Qualifications</span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Candidate must currently possess or be eligible to obtain a U.S. DoW Secret Security clearance (US Citizenship required)</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Possesses a solid background in software development activities</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Shows strong written and verbal communication skills</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Demonstrates success leading teams in a formal or informal role</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Embodies a growth mindset with a genuine desire to learn and innovate</span></span></span></li></ul></br></br><b>Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:107%">An ideal candidate would also possess the following skills and attributes:</span></span></span><ul style="margin-bottom:11px"><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Experience in embedded software development</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Basic understanding of signal processing</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Knowledgeable and skilled with a variety of development and test tools</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Mastery of Agile methodologies</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Technical aptitude and professionalism</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:115%">Strong teamwork and coaching skills</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:8px; margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:13px;"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="line-height:107%">Demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and motivate technical teams</span></span></span></li></ul><br><br><b>Pay Information</b><br>Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200<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.