CEMA Senior Software Engineer

Job Description:

Job Description
Join BAE Systems’ Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area and lead the development of the next‑generation RF software for the P‑8A Poseidon Self‑Protection (P8‑ASP) program. Building on a $95 million U.S. Navy contract, which is BAE’s electronic‑warfare solution that detects, exploits, and counters advanced missile threats, you will help shape a capability of strategic importance. As a member of the software development team, you will help evolve the RF‑interface CSCI and integrate the 3U Direct Digital IRAD capability, delivering the performance and reliability needed to protect the Poseidon crew and enable operations in contested environments.

In this software engineering role you will design, implement, and unit‑test high‑performance RF signal‑processing algorithms using modern C++ on Linux, and develop supporting tools and scripts in Python for simulation, data analysis, and verification. You will work closely with systems, hardware, and test engineers to translate requirements into clean, maintainable code, and you will participate in code reviews, static‑analysis, and continuous‑integration processes to ensure software quality and airworthiness compliance. Experience with real‑time processing, hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing, and open‑architecture integration will enable you to contribute effectively to rapid‑prototype builds and low‑rate production deliveries.

You will collaborate in an Agile, DevSecOps‑driven environment, using the Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) and Git for source control and CI/CD pipelines. While the position is primarily based at BAE’s state‑of‑the‑art facilities, occasional travel to customer sites may be required to support integration activities, troubleshoot issues, and demonstrate software functionality. By delivering robust, high‑quality RF software you will directly support BAE Systems’ mission—We Protect Those Who Protect Us®—and help ensure the next generation of maritime aircraft remains safe and mission‑ready in the most demanding threat environments.

Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Eligible for Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field.
4+ years of professional software development experience.
Proficiency in object-oriented design, development practices, and implementation in C++ and Java
Experience developing in Linux environments.
Hands-on experience with version control and collaboration tools (Git, Atlassian suite: Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Active Secret clearance
Knowledge of real-time embedded systems, or RF communications
Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing
Familiarity with software verification, validation, and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680

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.

Job Ident #: 119044BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

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Job Info

Location

Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs