Software Engineer II (Non-traditional Path)

BAE Systems Plc
  • Austin, TX
  • $79,365–$134,921 Per Year
3 days ago

Job Description

Job Description Are you a motivated and talented individual with a passion for embedded systems and low-level programming, but don''t have a traditional background in computer science or engineering?

BAE Systems is seeking software engineers with 2+ years of experience to join our team and contribute to designing, developing, and maintaining embedded software and firmware for mission-critical systems.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills, and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared mission of delivering world-class products to our commercial and military customers. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment and a 9/80 work schedule. Our company is part of the community and driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

Engineers at our Endicott NY / Austin TX offices support the Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS) Business Area.

https://www.baesystems.com/en-us/who-we-are/electronic-systems/controls-and-avionics-solutions

Controls and Avionics Solutions provides flight and mission-critical products to more than 170 commercial and military customers around the world. CAS products include flight control systems, full authority digital engine controls (FADEC), autonomous flight systems, power management systems, flight deck systems, control sticks, cabin management systems, intermediate and depot level test stands, and mission systems for the world''s most prominent commercial and military aircraft manufacturers.

In this role, you will be an integrated team member working at the intersection of hardware and software. You will collaborate closely with Systems, Hardware, and Test engineers to develop software that interacts directly with physical components. Your work will span one or more phases of Requirements Development, Low-Level Design, Implementation, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) Integration, and System Testing. You will prepare design and project artifacts intended to be used within complex programs in accordance with established safety-critical processes. We will provide you opportunities to learn, leverage our current technologies, incorporate new embedded architectures, and be a leader in our engineering organization.

As part of our interview and selection process for this position, candidates will be required to complete a coding assessment.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • 2+ years experience with embedded software or firmware development, testing, and validation in any programming language or environment.
  • Understanding of software engineering principles, specifically as they apply to resource-constrained environments (CPU, Memory, Power).
  • Experience with software and systems engineering processes, methodologies, and tools.
  • Experience performing software testing, validation, and verification activities, including the use of debuggers or hardware probes.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with an ability to troubleshoot issues at the hardware-software interface.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
  • Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded development lifecycles.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ (for embedded targets) and Python (for scripting/automation).
  • Experience with Windows/Linux OS and cross-compilation toolchains.
  • Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, ARINC 429, or MIL-STD-1553).
  • Experience with Continuous Integration (CI) tools, GIT, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Agile Development experience.
  • Experience designing and implementing real-time software algorithms, interrupt service routines (ISRs), or device drivers.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79365 - $134921

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.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems 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.

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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAustin, TX
Salary$79,365–$134,921 Per Year

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