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Eng Sr Prin - SW

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$120K - $205K/yr

... BAE Systems Inc, Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Sector is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software engineer to work on satellite ground system software delivering new ...

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Eng Sr - Signal & Image Proc

Dayton, OH · On-site

$88K - $149K/yr

BAE Systems Inc, Space and Mission Systems (SMS) is seeking a skilled Engineer with a blend of PIR remote sensing and software development experience to join our team. As a Signal and Image ...

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Eng Sr - SW

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$88K - $149K/yr

The Engineering Support Unit at BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software engineer focused on delivering integration and test ...

BAE Systems

Eng Sr - SW

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$88K - $149K/yr

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capability Unit (SCU) at BAE Systems Inc, Space and Mission Systems Sector is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software ...

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Eng Prin - SW

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$107K - $182K/yr

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capability Unit (SCU) at BAE Systems Inc, Space & Mission Systems Sector is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software ...

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Eng II - SW

Dayton, OH · On-site

$72K - $122K/yr

Experience developing software in a Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) environment. * Familiarity with DevSecOps processes. About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S ...

BAE Systems

Systems Admin Sr Prin II

Dayton, OH · On-site

$133K - $226K/yr

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced VMWare Engineer to join our team, who will leverage their understanding of the DoD SIPR environment, virtualization, storage, networking, encryption, and ...

BAE Systems

Eng II - Signal & Image Proc

Dayton, OH · On-site

$72K - $122K/yr

BAE Systems Inc, Space and Mission Systems (SMS) is seeking a skilled Multispectral/Hyperspectral ... Systems Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning, Algorithm Development. * Bachelor of ...

BAE Systems

Eng Prin - SW

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$107K - $182K/yr

The Engineering Support Unit at BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS), Inc. is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic ground system engineer in support of operation of space ...

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Eng Prin - Sys

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$107K - $182K/yr

BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems is seeking a highly skilled Machine Learning (ML) Subject ... The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical ...

BAE Systems

Help Desk Anst II

Dayton, OH · On-site

$61K - $104K/yr

... engineers utilizing HPC resources. This position is onsite at WPAFB, Dayton OH. Key ... About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems ...

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Computer Operator I

Dayton, OH · On-site

$36K - $58K/yr

Basic understanding of computer hardware, software, networking concepts. * Strong troubleshooting ... About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems ...

BAE Systems USA

Junior Computer Operator

Dayton, OH · On-site

$36K - $58K/yr

Basic understanding of computer hardware, software, networking concepts. * Strong troubleshooting ... At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and ...

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Eng Sr - SW

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$88K - $149K/yr

Join a fast-paced team of engineers creating cutting edge software products for the Joint Operations and medical communities (Air Force, Army, and Navy). You will work alongside BAE Systems Space ...

BAE Systems

Mgr III- Programs

Dayton, OH · On-site

$153K - $260K/yr

Contingent upon contract award to BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems and subsequent task orders ... Manage execution to successfully deliver all milestone software releases. * Utilize enterprise risk ...

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Program Mgr II

Dayton, OH · On-site

$136K - $231K/yr

The Program Manager is the engine that converts BAE Systems Space & Mission System innovation into ... Coordinate between Engineering, Management, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to ensure integrated ...

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Eng Sr Prin - Sys

Dayton, OH · On-site

$120K - $205K/yr

Fully competent in core systems engineering skills, contribute to effective producibility of ... Knowledge of related disciplines in software engineering, hardware engineering, integration, test ...

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Software Anst II

Hudson, NH · On-site

$79K - $134K/yr

BAE Systems is seeking a Business Systems Software Engineer II in Hudson, NH to support the Operations Business Systems Tools team. This team integrates diverse software systems and emerging ...

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Eng Prin - SW

Endicott, NY · On-site

$107K - $182K/yr

Lead the future of flight with BAE Systems! Are you a highly experienced and visionary embedded software engineer seeking a leadership role in a dynamic and innovative environment? At BAE Systems ...

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Eng Sr Prin - SW

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$132K - $226K/yr

BAE Systems is seeking a Software Engineer to support our government customer in a mission critical role. The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems ...

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Do workers at BAE Systems get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
72% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Does BAE Systems pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
69% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

At BAE Systems, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
77% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from BAE Systems affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
93% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at BAE Systems?

Most people get paid time off work.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 45% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 18% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 9% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2026.

Do workers at BAE Systems worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
95% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do BAE Systems workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
47% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it for BAE Systems workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
35% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and January 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at BAE Systems?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
92% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do BAE Systems managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do jobs at BAE Systems spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
7% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at BAE Systems?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
94% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is a BAE Systems job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
100% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
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Is working at BAE Systems good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
90% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at BAE Systems feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
88% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at BAE Systems get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
78% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at BAE Systems?

Some people feel stressed out here.
60% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at BAE Systems enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
84% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at BAE Systems recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
36% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at BAE Systems?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
42% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 65 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at BAE Systems?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 38% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think BAE Systems’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how BAE Systems is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
40% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
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Eng Sr Prin - SW

Eng Sr Prin - SW

BAE Systems

Fairborn, OH • On-site

$120K - $205K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

BAE Systems rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 50 rated military and defense

Job description


The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capability Unit (SCU) at BAE Systems Inc, Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Sector is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software engineer to work on satellite ground system software delivering new capability to the industry. This position consists of working on a tightly integrated team in a fast-paced Agile environment to deliver continuous innovation to our customers.
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:
  • Develop satellite command and control, mission planning, and data analysis software systems.
  • Perform full software life cycle functions including software 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.

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 Skills and Education
  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 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 TS/SCI security clearance is required.
  • Experience with satellite ground system development with a focus on distributed C2, data processing, or mission planning software.
  • Experience with industry-standard ground systems such as COSMOS, ECLIPSE, OS/COMET, or OASIS.
  • Experience delivering high-reliability software in an agile, team-based environment with a solid CI/CD workflow.
  • Experience in one or more of the following technology areas:
    • Cloud development using AWS, Lambda, Docker, and Kubernetes.
    • Web and REST service development using Spring, Jersey, Flask, CherryPy, or Ruby on Rails.
    • Front-end and UX development using JavaScript, Angular, React, JavaFX, Python, or Qt.
    • Back-end development using SQL and NoSQL databases, and JPA/ORM.
    • Modeling, planning, or scheduling software development in languages such as Java, C++, or Python.
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Preferred Skills and Education
  • Any experience in mission management, command & control, mission data processing, ground terminal and infrastructure domains.
  • Any experience with any ground or mission integration including operations readiness activities, rehearsals and launch support activities.
  • Any experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Information Assurance (IA) in developing ground systems.
  • Experience with Agile EVM and Agile software development methodologies.
  • Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CICD) principles with security requirements as part of practicing DevSecOps on programs.
  • Experience in cloud development environment.
  • Experience with requirements management tool like Jama or DOORS.
  • Experience with Model Base Systems Engineering (MBSE) SysML diagrams (Block Diagrams, Inner Block Diagrams, Sate Machines, Activity Diagrams and Sequence Diagrams) and UML diagrams (Class Diagrams, Sequence of Events Diagrams, and Activity Diagrams).
  • Experience with Atlassian Tools such as Confluence and Jira.

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.

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