Systems Software Engineer

BAE Systems, Inc.
Layton, Utah, United StatesFull-time$72,150–$122,655Posted Sep 17, 2026

About the role

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking an individual to fill the role of a

Systems Software Engineer. You will gain experience in one of the largest government contracts while reviewing software development in every facet of today's best practices. The ideal candidate would provide a mix of software and systems engineering expertise while also understanding software development practices. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Air Force's acquisition of the next-generation Sentinel Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) System.

Responsibilities Included

Support Software Deployment to warfighter

Act as Software Subject Matter Expert to review and define software systems requirements, specification documents, processes, plans, guides, and reports

Support software program office lead engineers with software acquisition, integration, strategic planning and communications

Coordinate with other teams, agencies, and stakeholders in the development and evaluation of software systems engineering requirements

Track and evaluate program progress by analyzing software metrics and earned value

Learn and apply innovative Model Based (Systems) Engineering (MBE/MBSE) approaches to Software Acquisition and Development

Support government initiatives towards modern software acquisition and development methodologies such as Agile and DevSecOps

Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering

Minimum 3 years of related experience

Experience with systems engineering practices, procedures and application to software development

Secret Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Strong verbal/written communications skills and peer-to-leader presentations

Ability to work in a dynamic setting that includes variable workloads and shifting priorities

Ability to take initiative and execute tasks with limited day-to-day direction

Experience with any coding or scripting language

Experience with Agile software metrics (e.g., burnup/burndown, velocity, code coverage)

Aerospace Software Standards (DO-178C, ARINC-653, ARINC-661, MISRA C, etc.)

Agile/SAFe/Lean development

Experience with software requirements development

DevSecOps pipelines, tools and techniques operated within a cloud-based environmen

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655

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 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.

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.

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.

Responsibilities

  • Support Software Deployment to warfighter
  • Act as Software Subject Matter Expert to review and define software systems requirements, specification documents, processes, plans, guides, and reports
  • Support software program office lead engineers with software acquisition, integration, strategic planning and communications
  • Coordinate with other teams, agencies, and stakeholders in the development and evaluation of software systems engineering requirements
  • Track and evaluate program progress by analyzing software metrics and earned value
  • Learn and apply innovative Model Based (Systems) Engineering (MBE/MBSE) approaches to Software Acquisition and Development
  • Support government initiatives towards modern software acquisition and development methodologies such as Agile and DevSecOps

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering
  • Minimum 3 years of related experience
  • Experience with systems engineering practices, procedures and application to software development
  • Secret Clearance

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health savings accounts
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Disability coverage
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Legal plan
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Military leave
  • Bereavement leave

Skills mentioned

Systems EngineeringSystem DesignDevOpsCI/CDCloud ComputingSoftware TestingUnit TestingData AnalysisCybersecurityShell Scripting

About BAE Systems, Inc.

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, security and aerospace company headquartered in Arlington, VA, with locations across the country. BAE Systems employees’ dedication and commitment show in everything they create and deliver, including advanced electronic systems, cyber operations and intelligence analysis, combat vehicles, naval weapons, ship maintenance and modernization, and vehicle upgrades and services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. Connect your passion for making a difference to career full of purpose by visiting jobs.baesystems.com. BAE Systems, Inc. believes in the free exchange of ideas and encourages all visitors to its social media properties to engage in spirited conversation. We expect and encourage differences in opinions and perspectives, but we require a civil discourse. To that end, all posts and comments must: - Refrain from promoting partisan political causes. - Protect confidential, proprietary, embargoed or otherwise protected information. - Respect and protect intellectual property rights and permissions for artistic content. Further, BAE Systems will remove comments that do not contribute to a civil discourse. The following are examples of comments that will be removed: - Profanity, or any speech that is potentially denigrating or demeaning. - Violence, threats of violence, or implied violence. - Descriptions of illegal activity, or implied illegal activity. - Ad hominem attacks or personal insults. - Off-topic or demonstrably false information

Defense and Space Manufacturing10,001+ employeesFalls Church, Virginia