The Systems Engineer will support AEGIS Weapon System integration and testing, conducting readiness tests and analyzing test data. Responsibilities include documenting anomalies, generating reports, and engaging with stakeholders.
Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a motivated Systems Engineer to join the Engineering Support Services (ESS) project providing critical systems engineering, integration, and testing support for the United States Navy's AEGIS Weapon System. AEGIS is the premiere computer suite for detecting & tracking, directing sensors, and putting weapons on target! The candidate will join the Systems Engineering Task to support a diverse team of engineers, technologists, and veterans working to perfect a complex computer system vital to the Navy and their partners. This position will be located in Mount Laurel, NJ where Technology and Teamwork come together!
The candidate's primary role will involve support of the U.S. Navy AEGIS TECHREP customer at the AEGIS Mission Planner (MP) Product level in various technical aspects involving the integration of the AEGIS Weapon System with Ballistic Missile Defense functionality in an AEGIS Combat System environment that will feature customer support with AEGIS program development to include:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $63653 - $108210
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 team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.
BAE Systems is seeking a motivated Systems Engineer to join the Engineering Support Services (ESS) project providing critical systems engineering, integration, and testing support for the United States Navy's AEGIS Weapon System. AEGIS is the premiere computer suite for detecting & tracking, directing sensors, and putting weapons on target! The candidate will join the Systems Engineering Task to support a diverse team of engineers, technologists, and veterans working to perfect a complex computer system vital to the Navy and their partners. This position will be located in Mount Laurel, NJ where Technology and Teamwork come together!
The candidate's primary role will involve support of the U.S. Navy AEGIS TECHREP customer at the AEGIS Mission Planner (MP) Product level in various technical aspects involving the integration of the AEGIS Weapon System with Ballistic Missile Defense functionality in an AEGIS Combat System environment that will feature customer support with AEGIS program development to include:
- Review technical documents and engage in specification requirement reviews to ensure accuracy and applicability.
- At a product level: participate, witness, and assess tests conducted by the program developer, ESS Test & Evaluation team, and / or other Government agencies often working alongside the U.S. Navy AEGIS TECHREP customer
- Conduct Readiness test development, implementation, and execution in Combat Computer System Test Environments
- Perform test data analysis, document observed test anomalies and deficiencies, and track problem resolutions.
- Support meetings with various stakeholders and generate summaries and / or full reports for delivery to the customer
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent field is required
- Excellent oral and written skills are required
- Must be able to work independently when necessary
- Must possess a U.S. Citizenship and be eligible for a SECRET security clearance through the Department of Defense.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Familiarity with the following software: Microsoft Office, Jazz Engineering Lifecycle Management, Jira, Confluence, Rational ClearQuest / Rational DOORS
- Technical writing and experience reporting to a customer
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $63653 - $108210
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 team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
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.
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