EOIR Algorithm
US$133,000 / yr base salary
Posted 1 Oct 2026
Advertised as “EOIR Algorithm Lead (Sign-on Bonus)”
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- Expected experience
- 8+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
| Base salary | US$133,000 / yr |
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Field of studyComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyComputer Engineering, Computer Science (or related)
Study levelMaster's or higher
Job Description
Join BAE Systems’ Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area where we provide next-generation threat detection and countermeasure solutions to provide unparalleled electronic warfare capabilities to enhance mission survivability. Our team leverages industry leading EO/IR and RF technologies to advance multi-platform detection, tracking, and defeat of incoming threats to support aircraft, ground vehicle, and maritime survivability. We continue to build on more than 40 years of experience fielding EO/IR survivability solutions in complex rotary and fixed-wing aircraft and ground vehicle environments. Our team uses advanced machine learning-based algorithms to enable fast adaption for new and emerging threats for airborne, land, and maritime products.
Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we’re more than 5,000 strong. We offer a flexible "9/80" schedule with every other Friday off. Additionally, with our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.
We are looking for a talented Systems engineer to lead a team which specializes in designing, analyzing, developing, and implementing complex algorithms with applications to EO/IR technologies. You will be an integrated team member collaborating with Software and Hardware engineers throughout the product life cycle. You will prepare design and project documentation intended to be used within complex programs or across sets of programs in accordance with established processes. We will provide you with opportunities to learn, leverage our current technologies, incorporate new technologies, and make an impact within the larger engineering team. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.”
Job Responsibilities
- Expertise in Algorithm Design with Electro-optical Infra-red or related technologies
- Develop EO/IR Algorithms across multiple programs
- Duties include analyzing, designing, coding and code modification of complex software and algorithm designs for complex systems
- Participate in trade studies, peer reviews, and customer meetings
- Support proposal development activities, including proposal text development, cost and schedule estimation, and presentation activities
- Establish communication to keep management informed of the function’s progress and results.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science, or related field, and minimum of 8+ years work experience or equivalent experience; or a Master’s degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.