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# Entry Level Software Engineer

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Wayne, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $70,828.0 - $120,408.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Software Engineering, Git, Information Technology, Bitbucket, Software Version Control, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9242294/entry-level-software-engineer

## About the Role

* This position is open to applicants with varying levels of experience. To be considered for an Engineer I, you must have at least a bachelor's degree. To be considered for an Engineer II, you must have a master's degree. Degree in CS (Computer Science), CE (Computer Engineering), or other Scientific degree with suitable software engineering content.
 * Proficiency in multiple high level programming languages (e.g. C, C++, Java, Python)
 * Working knowledge of software design and code utilizing Object Oriented Analysis & Design (OOAD) technique
 * Must be eligible for a US DoD security clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

 * Real-time embedded development or other hardware-related skills
 * Operating Systems (e.g. Windows and/or UNIX/Linux)
 * Software version control tools (e.g., Git, Bitbucket)
 * Experience using Artificial Intelligence (AI) as an aid to Software Development
 * Security clearance (secret or higher)

## Description

Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - such as Software Defined Radios, Avionics, and Electronic Warfare systems. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Our 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.", We are seeking an entry level candidate to join our Software Engineering Team in Wayne, New Jersey. Qualified candidates will have an opportunity to become a member of our team working across multiple disciplines while being exposed to the full software life-cycle in an inspired, motivating, and collaborative environment. Tasks may include coding, debugging, and integrating software, as well as the integration, regression, and requirement testing of complex SW/HW systems.