Embedded Software Engineer - All Levels

Location: Austin, Texas, United States

Category: Engineering & Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Thank you for your interest in BAE Systems! This opening is for candidates intended to be hired at various levels. If your background and skill set match our hiring needs, we will reach out with next steps. If selected for an interview, specific opportunities based on your interests and skill set will be discussed with the hiring team.


Lead the future of flight with BAE Systems!

Are you a highly experienced and visionary embedded software engineer seeking a leadership role in a dynamic and innovative environment? At BAE Systems’ Electronic Systems business, within our Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS) sector, we are dedicated to creating cutting-edge avionics systems that ensure the safety and efficiency of air travel. We’re seeking a talented and motivated Embedded Software Engineers to join our teams in Austin, TX & Endicott, NY developing the next-generation of flight control and related engine systems.

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will design and develop software for a variety of applications, including Fly-By-Wire Flight Controls, Aircraft Engine Controls, Ground Vehicle Power Management Systems, Aircraft Electrification Systems, Advanced Air Mobility Systems, Autonomous Flight Systems, Flight Deck Systems, Cabin Management Systems, Weapon Control Systems, Electronic Warfare Systems, and Threat Detection Systems. You will work in a collaborative, hybrid environment with mid-size teams, collaborating with Systems, Hardware, Test, and Operations during all phases of the Product Development Lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in each phases of the software life cycle, including project planning, requirements development, software design/implementation, and integration and test
• Develop software designs and implementations that meet stringent requirements for complex embedded control systems
• Develop software using Green Hills, ARM Development Studio, or other software development environments for embedded targets ranging from PowerPC to multi-core ARM processors
• Use and evolve existing processes to utilize the most effective techniques to minimize design/product cost
• Demonstrate leadership as you mentor your team and interface with customers
• Opportunities are available as a technical collaborator or as a technical leader on the program where you will mentor your team and present the technical design at technical interchange meetings with the customer

What We Offer:

• A flexible hybrid work environment and 9/80 work schedule
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you're a motivated and experienced Embedded Software Engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
• 4+ years of work experience in embedded software development using C/C++/Assembly languages
• Experience with bare metal operating systems, including low-level software development (e.g., device drivers and BSP development)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Experience in Embedded real-time operating system development
• Experience with PowerPC, ARM, x86 processor architectures
• Hardware/Software integration and debug experience
• Familiarity with source control systems and configuration management practice
• Higher-level programming & scripting languages such as Python, Matlab & Simulink
• Familiarity with safety-critical development using DO-178B/C or equivalent stringent process requirements

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914

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, Inc.
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.