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# Engineer Sr - Software

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Fairborn, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $88,189.0 - $149,922.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Activity Diagram, Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Embedded Software, Protocol Buffers, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Markdown, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, UML, Curam Configuration Tools, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Gitlab, Containerization, Kubernetes, Atlassian Tools, Apache Kafka, Software Coding, Devsecops, Docker
- **Published:** November 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9166472/engineer-sr-software

## About the Role

* BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 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 with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.
 * Experience in one or more of the following technology areas:
 + Rust
 + C/C++
 + Java
 + OMS/UCI
 + Python
 + Linux
 + Messaging and protocols (ex.: Kafka, Protobuf, Active MQ, TCP/IP)
 * Experience in designing, developing, and testing software for systems using the languages above.
 * Understanding of and experience with deployment and operation of applications on Linux / Windows systems.
 * Experience with object-oriented design.
 * Experience with formal software development practices including the use of software configuration management, coding standards, and style guides.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

 * A working knowledge of Agile lifecycles and activities in each phase.
 * Experience with requirements derivation and traceability.
 * Experience in developing test, simulation, or verification applications in high-level languages.
 * Testing frameworks (gtest, ctest, test-driven development, hardware-in-the-loop).
 * Experience developing software in a Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) environment.
 * Familiarity with DevSecOps processes.
 * Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence).
 * Experience with requirements derivation.
 * Experience generating UML Class, Sequence, and Activity diagrams.
 * Experience using Cameo or PlantUML for Design.
 * Experience generating UML Class, Sequence, and Activity diagrams.
 * Experience with tactical system mission domain.
 * Experience designing/developing an SDR.
 * Experience with formal software development practices including the use of software configuration management, coding standards, and style guides.

## Description

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:

 * Write and test enterprise/embedded software for C2ISR systems
 * Develop software test capabilities that validate SW designs
 * Support multiple types of software test development including embedded, test, and application software for tactical systems
 * Perform full software life cycle functions including requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration, documentation, and support
 * Design, develop integrate and test software containers for the above C2ISR systems
 * Experience with S/W development configuration tools (e.g., Gitlab, Markdown)
 * Containerization with Docker, and container deployment with Kubernetes
 * Perform full software life cycle functions including requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration, documentation, and support.
 * 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.