Principal Systems Engineer - EO/IR

BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the development of advanced EO/IR systems throughout the system lifecycle. This role will contribute to requirements development, system architecture, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), integration, verification, and validation activities while working closely with Lead Systems Engineers, Chief Engineers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong systems engineering foundation and a passion for applying MBSE and digital engineering techniques to solve complex technical challenges. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge EO/IR capabilities supporting critical national security missions.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You'll Do:

• Support development, decomposition, allocation, and management of system requirements.
• Develop and maintain MBSE models using Cameo/SysML to represent system structure, behavior, interfaces, and requirements traceability.
• Assist in development and maintenance of system architectures, including logical and physical architectures.
• Support creation and maintenance of system artifacts including:

• Use Cases
• Activity Diagrams
• Block Definition Diagrams (BDDs)
• Internal Block Diagrams (IBDs)
• Sequence Diagrams
• State Machine Diagrams

• Participate in system trade studies and performance analyses.
• Support integration of optical, sensor, processing, and mechanical subsystems.
• Assist in development and execution of verification, validation, and calibration activities.
• Support technical reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and PRR.
• Support requirements verification and traceability activities using digital engineering tools.
• Assist in identification and resolution of technical issues, risks, and integration challenges.
• Generate technical documentation, engineering reports, and customer deliverables.
• Collaborate with systems, software, hardware, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful system integration.
• 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.

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 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.
• A current, active Secret security clearance is required.
• Experience with systems engineering principles and lifecycle processes.
• Experience developing and managing system requirements.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML concepts.
• Familiarity with digital engineering tools, such as Cameo Systems Modeler and Jama.
• Experience supporting integration, test, or verification activities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with EO/IR systems, sensors, imaging systems, or related technologies.
• Experience developing SysML artifacts including BDDs, IBDs, Use Cases, Activity Models, and State Machines.
• Familiarity with optical systems, focal plane arrays, image processing, or sensor calibration.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar analysis tools.
• Experience with requirements management tools such as Jama.
• Experience supporting digital engineering initiatives.
• MS degree in Engineering, Physics, or related technical field.

• 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., Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762

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.

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.

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. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. 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.