Sr C5ISR Systems Engineer

Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Engineer

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools and skills they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer a flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community, driven to improve our future, protect our freedom and what matters.

This position is responsible for engineering services providing a broad spectrum of C5ISR capabilities for United States Special Operation Forces (SOF). The selected candidate requires a high-level of experience and understanding of military communications, mobile platform integration, network systems, sensor systems, and operational environments. The typical programs provide system engineering services to our dynamic customers in support of assigned SOF and federal agency C5ISR related projects including: requirements definition, solution definition, integration, installation verification and validation, and operation and sustainment. The selected candidate will act as a lead engineer for SOF related projects and serve as the primary interface and point of contact with Government program authorities on technical and program/project issues. Projects may include the integration and installation of new C5ISR systems or equipment, the upgrade or modernization of existing systems or equipment and the use of legacy, current, and emerging C5ISR technologies to meet unique end-user requirements. Tasking will span the entire systems engineering lifecycle or some portion thereof. Due to the rapid nature of our customer, tailoring of the systems engineering process will typically be required. While project performance will take place primarily at Continental United States CONUS locations, completion of project activities will require travel to Outside Continental United States OCONUS locations.

Primary duties of the position include:

• Researching and analyzing new technologies for possible use in military systems, and presenting findings to Government customers
• Assisting with the design and integration efforts of C5I technologies (e.g. radio, telecommunication, IT infrastructure, cyber, and computer networks) across ship, combatant craft, military vehicles, fixed site, and transit case based systems
• Meeting with customers to discuss and define technical and operational requirements
• Working with technical staff and project managers to develop solution concepts, architectures, briefings, and cost estimates
• Applying systems engineering processes and principles to develop, analyze, design, test, and verify solutions
• Leading design teams to develop requirements documents, technical data packages, and test plans and procedures
• Working with manufacturing teams to integrate, test, and deliver prototype and production systems
• Developing feasibility studies, plans, white papers, and other documentation in support of decision making
• Collaborating with support contractors, Government civilians, and members of the U.S. military

This position is located in Lexington Park, MD or Chesapeake, VA. Some limited relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidate. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate to Lexington Park, MD or Chesapeake, VA or the surrounding areas.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university
• Minimum of 4 years experience in engineering field
• Experience as a systems engineer on design projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Tactical vehicle and/or combatant craft C5ISR system integration experience
• BICSI design or IT infrastructure experience
• Network and/or cybersecurity credentials
• Audio-Video/Video Teleconferencing system design experience
• Prior US Military service

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.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security:

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 teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.