Systems Engineer
US$129,000 / yr base salary
Posted 1 Oct 2026
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- Expected experience
- 2–6 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
| Base salary | US$129,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyEngineering, Science (or related)
Study levelBachelor's or higher
Field of studyElectrical Engineering
Study levelBachelor's
Job Description
Shape the future of defense at BAE Systems, Inc. as a full-time Systems Engineer. Join a talented team delivering innovative solutions for the Identify Friend or Foe (IFF) and Mission Computers & Sustainment Solutions product lines, supporting critical programs for the US Navy, Air Force, Army, and our allied partners. You will directly contribute to our nation’s defense and security by playing a key role in the development of advanced systems.
We are seeking a proactive engineer with a strong understanding of the full product lifecycle, exceptional communication skills, and a knack for problem-solving.
In this role, you will:
- Manage system and configuration item requirements within DOORS, deriving requirements from specifications, allocating them to subsystems, and performing impact/traceability analyses.
- Collaborate closely with system, architecture, design and verification teams to ensure system performance and that requirements are met.
- Contribute hands-on to system integration, verification and qualification activities.
- Explore innovative applications of modeling and AI.
- Throughout the Systems Engineering V-Model, you will work with cross-functional teams – including BAE Systems employees, contractors, and military service customers – to drive innovation and deliver high-quality performance.
BAE Systems offers competitive pay, benefits, and important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting. BAE also believes in a culture of recognition for the extraordinary contributions of our skilled employees. Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we’re more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.
Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Apply now and propel your career into a future.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, or related field, and 4 to 6+ years of related/relevant work or a Master’s Degree and 2 to 4 +years of related/relevant work
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance
- Experience with DOORS
- Experience in an electronic lab including the use of commercial test equipment
- Knowledge of Requirements and their purpose in systems engineering
- Experience with two or more areas across the product development process