Software Engineer I (Entry Level)

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a recent grad in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering to support the US Navy s Air Traffic Control (ATC) Landing Systems program. The selected candidate shall contribute to the development of embedded systems software for an Automatic Carrier Landing System. The landing system uses RADAR to track aircraft approaching Navy aircraft carriers and provides pilot guidance or autonomous aircraft control.

Job requirements include programming in C, C , and C#; critical thinking for designing software applications; logical analysis; and an understanding of computer boards as real-time embedded systems. The place of work for this position is in a military research, development, and test facility at Patuxent River, MD. This position entails occasional travel (two or three times per year, for seven to ten days per trip, to Navy locations in the US and international).

The selected candidate will be challenged to perform the following tasks and present his or her solutions to review boards: • Real-time software programming in C and C Develop new code and modify existing code Program and compile in Windows, using Wind River Tornado compilers, targeting VxWorks real-time operating systems on embedded computer boards Analyze, diagnose, and modify embedded computer software Review computer board specifications for researching and selecting embedded computer devices Use signal measurement tools such as oscilloscopes and multi-meters • Software Development in C , C# in Visual Studio and LabWindows Develop programs that run on Windows and Linux OS Object-oriented software development Use APIs to interface with hardware, including networking TCP/IP/UDP • Software documentation Landing Systems are safety critical systems that require significant documentation for software changes. Document software design and provide test procedures and test reports • Software configuration management using Tortoise SVN Research modern technology computer boards and embedded devices Make recommendations for engineering changes. Component research requires an understanding of electrical interfaces and how to read electrical and computer specifications Collaborate with hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of equipment • Perform data collection and analysis, and use MATLAB or Excel to analyze data • Compile and load software for equipment at primary work site in Patuxent River, MD • Travel to Navy ships to load software and certify landing systems onboard aircraft carriers, in locations such as Norfolk, VA; San Diego, CA, Bremerton, WA, and Japan Support at-sea Flight Testing for 7 to 10 days, collect landing system data and make adjustments in the software, compile and load software Travel requires ability to walk up a several flights of stairs and carry up to 25 lbs.

of equipment This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in the St. Mary's County Technology Corridor adjacent to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position.

Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas. Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering OR Computer Science from an accredited school Significant knowledge and experience in programming with C, C , and C# Demonstrated experience performing software analysis from embedded devices Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Knowledge and experience using Visual Studio; Tortoise SVN; VxWorks; LABView; MATLAB Knowledge and experience programming devices with network interfaces (TCP/IP/UDP) Knowledge of C/C concepts: • pointers • pass-by-value vs pass-by-reference • inheritance • data structures (stacks/queues/linked-list/etc) Knowledge and experience of RADAR systems, RF communications and devices 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. Software Engineer I (Entry Level) 122188BR EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities .

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