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Job Description: BAE Systems is seeking an individual to fill the role of a Software Test 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:
• Test software product that will enable depoloyment of other software products to warfighter • Ensure safety and potential NSCCA certification • Compliance with zero-fail safety standards and formal safety program reviews • Act as Software Subject Matter Expert to review and define software systems requirements, specification documents, processes, plans, guides, and reports • Coordinate with other teams, agencies, and stakeholders in the development and evaluation of software systems engineering requirements
Pursuant to Government contract, this position requires US Citizenship status
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Required Skills and Education: • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Engineering • Minimum 7 years of related experience (or 5 years with Masters) • Proficient with C++ (MISRA standards a plus) • Experience with testing tools such as SonarQube, Cybpress, GBD, etc. • Familiar with commercial encryption and signature standards (symmetric and asymmetric encryption) • Familiar with DOORS and MS Visual Studio • Familiar with secure coding standards for software assurance • Familiar with writing test procedures and verification of requirements • Knowledge of GitLab and pipelines • Can effectively communicate issues and test requirements to developers and external stakeholders • Secret Clearance • Ability to obtain Sentinel Program Access
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.
Preferred Skills and Education: • Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) or Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E) experience • 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
Benefits Information: 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.
Intern Benefits: 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.
Please note: 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).