Eng Prin - Sys
Nashua, NH · On-site
$118K - $200K/yr
At BAE Systems, cultural and behavioral principles are a special part of our engineering ... ABET accredited Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics or ...
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Eng Prin - Sys
Nashua, NH · On-site
$118K - $200K/yr
At BAE Systems, cultural and behavioral principles are a special part of our engineering ... ABET accredited Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics or ...
Eng Sr Prin III - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$153K - $260K/yr
Come build your career with BAE Systems. In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA ... The engineer will work across controls, estimation, sensing, software, electro-optical and ...
Eng Sr Prin III - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$153K - $260K/yr
Come build your career with BAE Systems. In Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA ... The engineer will work across controls, estimation, sensing, software, electro-optical and ...
Eng Sr Prin II - Sys
Fort Walton Beach, FL · On-site
$122K - $208K/yr
BAE Systems is looking for an experienced, self-motivated Principal Systems Architect to build ... electro-optical and flight termination systems. Responsibilities will include: * Define and ...
Eng Sr Prin II - Sys
Fort Walton Beach, FL · On-site
$122K - $208K/yr
BAE Systems is looking for an experienced, self-motivated Principal Systems Architect to build ... electro-optical and flight termination systems. Responsibilities will include: * Define and ...
Eng Sr Prin II - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$149K - $254K/yr
This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineering Lead to develop laser, electro-optic, and infrared systems ...
Eng Sr Prin II - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$149K - $254K/yr
This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineering Lead to develop laser, electro-optic, and infrared systems ...
Eng Prin - Elec
Wayne, NJ · On-site
$128K - $219K/yr
... BAE Systems. This will include Digital Modules, Analog Modules, RF Modules, Optical Modules, Power Supplies, Backplanes, and Test Equipment. The individual must be a self-starter with development ...
Eng Prin - Elec
Wayne, NJ · On-site
$128K - $219K/yr
... BAE Systems. This will include Digital Modules, Analog Modules, RF Modules, Optical Modules, Power Supplies, Backplanes, and Test Equipment. The individual must be a self-starter with development ...
Eng Sr Prin II - Sys
Nashua, NH · On-site
$149K - $254K/yr
... Optical/Infrared domain. The candidate must understand lab environment testing concepts and ... About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc ...
Eng Sr Prin II - Sys
Nashua, NH · On-site
$149K - $254K/yr
... Optical/Infrared domain. The candidate must understand lab environment testing concepts and ... About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc ...
Eng Sr Prin - Sys
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$120K - $205K/yr
BAE Systems' Precision Strike (PS) Business Area has an immediate opening for an Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Systems Engineer for the Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line ...
Eng Sr Prin - Sys
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$120K - $205K/yr
BAE Systems' Precision Strike (PS) Business Area has an immediate opening for an Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Systems Engineer for the Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line ...
Eng Prin - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$118K - $200K/yr
... power of optical sensing technology to drive meaningful operational impact for our country ... Cutting-Edge Research and Development Team in FAST Labs The BAE Systems' FAST Labs team conducts ...
Eng Prin - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$118K - $200K/yr
... power of optical sensing technology to drive meaningful operational impact for our country ... Cutting-Edge Research and Development Team in FAST Labs The BAE Systems' FAST Labs team conducts ...
Eng Sr - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$89K - $152K/yr
Come build your career with BAE Systems. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers ... We're leading the way with the development of advanced processing solutions, RF and optical ...
Eng Sr - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$89K - $152K/yr
Come build your career with BAE Systems. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers ... We're leading the way with the development of advanced processing solutions, RF and optical ...
Technical Intern 4
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$54K - $73K/yr
BAE Systems' Precision Strike (PS) Business Area in Huntsville Alabama has immediate openings for ... Understanding of Electrro-optics principles * Understanding of Digital Engineering
Technical Intern 4
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$54K - $73K/yr
BAE Systems' Precision Strike (PS) Business Area in Huntsville Alabama has immediate openings for ... Understanding of Electrro-optics principles * Understanding of Digital Engineering
Eng Sr - Sys
Boulder, CO · On-site
$97K - $164K/yr
Join the Team Shaping the Future of Space Missions At BAE Systems Inc. Software and Ground Solution ... We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other ...
Eng Sr - Sys
Boulder, CO · On-site
$97K - $164K/yr
Join the Team Shaping the Future of Space Missions At BAE Systems Inc. Software and Ground Solution ... We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other ...
Eng Sr - Mech
Hudson, NH · On-site
$97K - $164K/yr
S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which ... Familiarity (even limited) with Structural, Thermal, Optical performance (STOP) modeling using ...
Eng Sr - Mech
Hudson, NH · On-site
$97K - $164K/yr
S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which ... Familiarity (even limited) with Structural, Thermal, Optical performance (STOP) modeling using ...
Technician II
Nashua, NH · On-site
$47K - $76K/yr
BAE Systems is looking for a Technician II to join their fast-paced Engineering and Test team in ... Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical areas.
Technician II
Nashua, NH · On-site
$47K - $76K/yr
BAE Systems is looking for a Technician II to join their fast-paced Engineering and Test team in ... Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical areas.
Eng Sr Prin - Sys
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$120K - $205K/yr
BAE Systems, Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line within the Precision ... Optical Infrared (EOIR) background to support our SureStrike™ EOIR development programs, a ...
Eng Sr Prin - Sys
Huntsville, AL · On-site
$120K - $205K/yr
BAE Systems, Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line within the Precision ... Optical Infrared (EOIR) background to support our SureStrike™ EOIR development programs, a ...
Mgr II- Eng Mech
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$149K - $254K/yr
BAE Systems is seeking a mechanical engineering section leader to join our Electro-Optical Infrared (EO/IR) Capability Group (CG). This group comprises a team of expert Optical, Electro-Optical, and ...
Mgr II- Eng Mech
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$149K - $254K/yr
BAE Systems is seeking a mechanical engineering section leader to join our Electro-Optical Infrared (EO/IR) Capability Group (CG). This group comprises a team of expert Optical, Electro-Optical, and ...
Eng Sr Prin - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$126K - $215K/yr
Come build your career with BAE Systems. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers ... We're leading the way with the development of advanced processing solutions, RF and optical ...
Eng Sr Prin - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$126K - $215K/yr
Come build your career with BAE Systems. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers ... We're leading the way with the development of advanced processing solutions, RF and optical ...
Mgr I- Eng
Boulder, CO · On-site
$132K - $226K/yr
... BAE Systems Space & Missions System (SMS) Grating Technology Center (GTC). You will be responsible for the maintenance, operation, and growth of the optical manufacturing product line. You will be a ...
Mgr I- Eng
Boulder, CO · On-site
$132K - $226K/yr
... BAE Systems Space & Missions System (SMS) Grating Technology Center (GTC). You will be responsible for the maintenance, operation, and growth of the optical manufacturing product line. You will be a ...
Mgr II- Eng Mech
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$149K - $254K/yr
BAE Systems is seeking a mechanical engineering section leader to join our Electro-Optical Infrared (EO/IR) Capability Group (CG). This group comprises a team of expert Optical, Electro-Optical, and ...
Mgr II- Eng Mech
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$149K - $254K/yr
BAE Systems is seeking a mechanical engineering section leader to join our Electro-Optical Infrared (EO/IR) Capability Group (CG). This group comprises a team of expert Optical, Electro-Optical, and ...
Eng Sr Prin - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$132K - $226K/yr
... power of optical sensing technology to drive meaningful operational impact for our country ... Cutting-Edge Research and Development Team in FAST Labs The BAE Systems' FAST Labs team conducts ...
Eng Sr Prin - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$132K - $226K/yr
... power of optical sensing technology to drive meaningful operational impact for our country ... Cutting-Edge Research and Development Team in FAST Labs The BAE Systems' FAST Labs team conducts ...
Eng Prin - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$118K - $200K/yr
Come build your career with BAE Systems. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers ... We're leading the way with the development of advanced processing solutions, RF and optical ...
Eng Prin - Sys
Merrimack, NH · On-site
$118K - $200K/yr
Come build your career with BAE Systems. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers ... We're leading the way with the development of advanced processing solutions, RF and optical ...
BAE Systems Jobs Information
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 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
72% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 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 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
69% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 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 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
77% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Is the health insurance from BAE Systems affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 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 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 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.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
- 48% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 17% 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.
- 26% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
Do workers at BAE Systems worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
94% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
94% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
Do BAE Systems workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
45% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
45% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
How easy is it for BAE Systems workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
36% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
36% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at BAE Systems?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Do BAE Systems managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
94% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
94% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
Do jobs at BAE Systems spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
8% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
8% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and July 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at BAE Systems?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
93% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
93% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 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.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
100% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
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.
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2026.
Do people at BAE Systems feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
89% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
89% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 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 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
78% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Is it stressful to work at BAE Systems?
Some people feel stressed here.
56% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
56% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Do people at BAE Systems enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Do people at BAE Systems recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
34% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
34% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at BAE Systems?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 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 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
In the last year, 38% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 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.
89% 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 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
89% 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 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how BAE Systems is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
42% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
42% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
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BAE Systems rating
8.4
Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
10th of 49 rated military and defense
Job description
Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from providing the latest in missile seeker innovations to autonomous smart munitions. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. 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 mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®."
BAE Systems, Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line within the Precision Strike (PS) Business Area has an immediate opening for an experienced Systems Engineer specializing in support to our development efforts in our Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Missile Seeker program. This position will support development program activities, including being a member of the performance and simulation team, understanding the system requirements, creating and reviewing reports and streamlining analysis processes.
Our engineers are members of cross-functional, multi-disciplined teams focused on developing cost-effective systems that meet the needs of our customers. Candidates should be comfortable working with teams of all sizes and enjoy a mix of creative design work, mentoring the next generation of protégés, developing white papers, presenting internally and externally, and leading test events.
At BAE Systems, cultural and behavioral principles are a special part of our engineering organization, which means we are looking for team players who have demonstrated experience working successfully in group settings.
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
- Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a secret clearance
- ABET accredited Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics or related field with a minimum of 6 years' related experience
- Extensive experience with MATLAB
- Experience with digital image processing and algorithm development
- Experience performing comprehensive system modeling and requirement analysis to ensure technical specifications are met
- Experience analyzing data and report against requirements
- Experience managing and participating in trade studies and peer reviews
- Experience preparing and delivering technical presentations internally and with customers
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
Preferred Skills and Education
- Master's or PhD in related field
- Experience with device physics
- Experience with signal processing
- Experience with missile systems and guided projectiles
- Experience with infrared (IR) focal planes
- Experience working in an Agile environment
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At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of more than 93,000 in around 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.
Industry
National security and international affairs and it services
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Falls Church, VA, US