BAE Systems is a leading defense and aerospace company that develops advanced electronics for critical missions. They are seeking entry level candidates to join their software engineering team, where responsibilities include designing and testing software for defense systems and collaborating with other engineers.
Design, develop, and test software for advanced defense and space systems
Contribute to full lifecycle engineering—from coding and debugging to integration and system testing
Collaborate with system, hardware, and test engineers in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Support field demonstrations, software installations, and system-level testing
Gain exposure to advanced technologies and tools while building the foundation for a long-term engineering career
Qualification
Required
BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field received
Less than one year of full-time professional software engineering experience (excluding internships)
Proficiency in one or more high level programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Java, Python)
Working knowledge of software design and code utilizing Object Oriented Analysis & Design (OOAD) techniques
U.S. Person with the ability to obtain a security clearance
Preferred
Security clearance (Secret or higher)
Familiarity with modern software development practices and tools (e.g., version control, agile methods, DevOps pipelines)
Prior internship or research experience in related field
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
A 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
A legal plan
Discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental
Military, bereavement
Any applicable federal and state sick leave
Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan.
Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
BAE Systems is an aerospace, defence, and information security company that provides advanced and technology-led solutions.
