Engineer Principal – Space Vehicle Avionics - $12K Sign On Bonus

</br><b>Job Description </b></br><p style="list-style-type: none;"><strong>Minimum $12,000 Sign On Bonus being offered for external hires.</strong><br><br>This role is for an engineer to serve as the Command and Data Handling subsystem lead for space vehicle programs supporting both civil space and national security business areas. <br><br>As the subsystem lead, you'll work with the broader space vehicle team to design, architect and deliver the avionics subsystem to the program. <br><br>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. <br> <br><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><p style="list-style-type: none;"> </p><ul><li>Serve as the Command and Data Handling (C&DH) subsystem lead on Civil Space and National Defense bus programs, responsible for delivering a C&DH subsystem that meets program technical, cost and schedule requirements.</li><li>Serve as spacecraft networking lead, responsible for internal space vehicle networking and as part of a constellation of satellites.</li><li>Work daily with the larger C&DH team on technical definition, implementation, and verification.</li><li>Support the definition and maintenance of the subsystem architecture and interfaces.</li><li>Generate verification and validation plans, and work with Integration and Test team to ensure the subsystem meets requirements.</li><li>Produce technical writing (procedural definitions, specifications, interfaces, analysis support and description documents).</li><li>Prepare and give presentations to peers, customers, and management.</li><li>Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.</li><li>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.</li><li>Perform other duties as necessary.</li></ul> <p><strong>On-Site Work Environment: </strong>This position requires regular in-person engagement by working<strong> on-site five days</strong> 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.<br> <br><strong>Working Conditions:</strong></p> <ul><li>Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.</li><li>May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.</li><li>May access other facilities in various weather conditions.</li></ul></br></br><b>Required Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><ul><li>BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience.</li><li>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.</li><li>3 or more years of experience in electronics or avionics subsystem design or test, or computer networking.</li><li>An understanding of requirements definition, decomposition, and flow-down, circuit design, interface definition, hardware specifications, interface control, analyses, and verification.</li><li>Experience developing and delivering space qualified hardware.

A solid hardware background is required.</li><li>Intellectual curiosity combined with a solid desire to learn.</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Effective in multidisciplinary teamwork environment.</li></ul><span style="color:#ffffff;">#LI-AP1</span><p>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. </p></br></br><b>Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills </b></br><ul><li>Network protocols (TCP, UDP, etc.).</li><li>Network topologies, architectures, and design principles.</li><li>Spacecraft communication protocols (CCSDS).</li><li>Serial interfaces (SpaceWire, RS-422, UART, etc.). </li><li>Certifications (CCNA, CCNP).</li><li>Network security fundamentals (authentication, encryption, etc.).</li><li>Vendor management.</li><li>Leadership of a technical team.</li></ul><br><br><b>Pay Information</b><br>Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762<br><br>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. <br><br>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.<br></br></br><b>About BAE Systems, Inc.</b></br>BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us.

As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.<br /><br />Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here.

It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.<br /><br />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.