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Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible 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 WorldTM." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
Do you want to join a team that designs and writes software that really matters?
Do you want to contribute to bringing America's warfighters home safely?
Do you want to be a part of a cause greater than yourself?
Then, we need to talk!
Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we're more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.
In Precision Strike & Sensing Solutions (PS) we design, develop, and manufacture state-of-the-art systems and technology that enable our customers to execute their mission. We are thought leaders in the application of seeker, guidance, and control technologies for precision munitions. The Precision Strike Market Expansion Software Team is looking for an ambitious Software Engineering Lead (SWEL) that is ready to join a dedicated software engineering team responsible for designing, implementing, and testing software used in BAE Systems next generation of seeker, guidance, and control technology. The selected candidate will be accountable for budget, schedule, and technical success associated with the scope of the applicable software Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs) allocated by the program. The SWEL owns various program activities such as project scope estimation and planning, technical execution, risk management, earned value, and software process adherence.
The SWEL must work with engineering management to identify skills and appropriate staffing to implement the plan. The SWEL is accountable for interfacing cross-functionally with systems, hardware, development environment, manufacturing test, quality and the program management teams to ensure a smooth flow from design to delivery of the software items. As requested, the SWEL will interact with customers on software topics. Additionally, the SWEL will participate in program bidding activities and share responsibility for managing subcontractor scope.
Specific responsibilities of this position include:

• Apply critical thinking, sound logic, and relevant metrics to make well-informed decisions
• Perform earned value management and reporting
• Support bid and proposal activities
• Demonstrate good judgement by quickly assessing the cost, benefits and risks of decisions
• Proactively identify and manage risk associated with the software development activities
• Ensure customer deliveries occur on time
• Ensure effective communication between all other participants in the design process

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.
Required Skills and Education
Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline.
• Candidate must currently possess or be eligible to obtain a U.S. DoW Secret Security clearance (US Citizenship required)
• Possesses a solid background in software development activities
• Shows strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates success leading teams in a formal or informal role
• Embodies a growth mindset with a genuine desire to learn and innovate

Preferred Skills and Education
An ideal candidate would also possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience in embedded software development
• Basic understanding of signal processing
• Knowledgeable and skilled with a variety of development and test tools
• Mastery of Agile methodologies
• Technical aptitude and professionalism
• Strong teamwork and coaching skills
• Demonstrated ability to develop, lead, and motivate technical teams