Software Engineering Manager Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our team of innovative engineers who design and develop high-quality hardware and software systems. As a Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving the development of cutting-edge software solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers and stakeholders. Your duties will include software engineering design, development, and analysis, ranging from simple tasks and single-focus projects to complex, multi-disciplinary efforts. You will participate in multi-disciplinary teams in the design, development, and execution of innovative research projects, contributing your expertise and guidance as needed.
If you are a motivated software engineer who is passionate about delivering high-quality solutions that serve mission-critical roles, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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:

• Conceive and develop solutions to engineering problems through the application of professional, industry-standard engineering techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Gather, compile, and evaluate data to determine the adequacy, completeness, and engineering effectiveness of designs compared to requirements and specifications.
• Design, develop, and modify software applications, systems, modules, processes, and libraries according to specifications across multiple paradigms, i.e. Firmware/Hardware Level, Systems Level to include GUI/HS-SW Interfaces, Scripting for configuration generation and analysis, etc.
• Analyze, evaluate, and recommend innovative solutions, applications, and software design approaches required to meet contract and customer specifications for new and modified systems.
• Compile and prepare necessary data and engineering documents to support technical meetings and product delivery.
• Ensure effective data/code reuse across software applications/platforms to support faster lifecycles.
• Review drawings, procedures, and engineering orders for completeness, compatibility, producibility, and correctness.
• Assist in creating and presenting technical marketing and proposal information for managers and customers.
• Work closely with members of other engineering disciplines.
• Develop understanding of both the technical and non-technical aspects of projects, and communicate to the team as well as the customer.
• Promote development of a team by participation in key aspects of projects.
• Work with classified documents, continually building knowledge of DoW procedures and demonstrating the proper usage and safeguarding of classified materials.
• Maintain and update required records and reports.
• Learn to present and resolve any technical software difficulties or discrepancies with the team, customers, and subcontractors in a timely manner.
• Participate in software design, code, and test reviews.
• Assist in developing critical portions of software.
• Understand and execute integration of software onto hardware.
• Debug/troubleshoot design behavior in both software and hardware environments.
• Test and verify software with hardware-in-the-loop techniques using lab test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, etc.
• Develop bare metal code that does not rely on an underlying operating system or drivers.
• Perform configuration management on all software designs, data, and other deliverables.
• Recommend and develop improvements to existing software.
• 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.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required.
• 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.
• Rudimentary understanding of electronics including ability to read a schematic.
• Preferred experience with embedded development environments.
• Knowledge of debugging/troubleshooting standard asynchronous and synchronous digital interfaces such as SPI, I2C, and CMOS level logic with and without JTAG.
• Experience with C/C++ or C#.
• Familiarity with source code management and tools (Git, Subversion).
• Ability to work independently and apply problem-solving skills to overcome technical challenges.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with Agile development practices.

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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with real-time embedded systems.
• Understanding of FPGA and ASIC design.
• Experience with Windows or Linux application development using .NET or other available frameworks.
• Experience with Python, Labview, etc.
• Active security clearance.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $59023 - $100339
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 Space & Mission 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.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
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.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.