Principal Software Engineer (MS&A)

Our Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) team provides the critical digital architecture needed to modernize the U.S. ICBM weapon system. As a Senior MS&A Developer Engineer, you will embark on a long-term career dedicated to the Sentinel program, ensuring the next generation of ballistic missiles is safe, accurate, and effective. In this job, you will lead the development of high-fidelity simulation tools that predict flight performance and validate vehicle design., As a Senior MS&A Developer Engineer, your primary goal is to ensure the LGM-35A Sentinel performs flawlessly through the development of a six-degrees-of-freedom (6-DOF) simulation model. Your day-to-day functions will include:

• Simulation Development: Designing, coding, and testing advanced rocket and missile dynamics simulations to evaluate flight performance.
• Technical Validation: Applying advanced engineering theories to ensure MS&A tools are accurate, complete, and based on sound physical principles.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering with developers and engineers to evaluate solid rocket motors, guidance equipment, and propulsion systems.
• Strategic Reporting: Translating complex simulation data into technical briefings and reports for the System Program Office.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Software Engineering or Computer Science 12+ years of industry experience (10 years with a graduate degree).

• Understanding of agile software development practices and procedures.

• Developer level proficiency with configuration management tools such as Git.

• Developer level proficiency with coding languages such as C++ and Python.

• Current US DoD/DoW Secret Security Clearance.

• The ability to achieve and maintain a US DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.

• 12 years of progressive experience in systems design, integration and analysis of military hardware and software systems/processes.

• U.S. Citizenship with an active US DoD Top Secret Security Clearance granted within the last 5 years.

• Experience with Department of Defense projects, DoD Acquisition Lifecycle, and/or ICBM weapon system.

• Experience with 6 degree-of freedom simulations.

• Model development of rocket or missile systems Experience with optimization algorithms and analyzing large data sets.

Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486

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.

What's it like to work at BAE Systems? It's the feeling of knowing your code and calculations are directly securing the future of national defense on one of the most complex "mega-projects" in the world., 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. Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. 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.