• Principal Systems Engineer

    BAE Systems (Orlando, FL)


    Job Description

    The selected candidate will:

    Develop and manage system requirements, architecture, and design for M&S platforms.

     

    Lead systems integration efforts involving software, hardware, and network components.

     

    Coordinate with stakeholders to capture operational needs and translate them into technical specifications.

     

    Ensure compliance with DoD systems engineering processes, including requirements traceability and verification.

     

    Oversee system validation, testing, and performance assessment in live, virtual, and constructive environments.

     

    Support the development of Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system specifications, and design artifacts.

     

    Evaluate and implement simulation standards (e.g., HLA, DIS) and ensure interoperability across systems.

     

    Collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, and software teams to maintain secure and scalable architectures.

     

    Contribute to proposal development, cost estimation, and program planning activities.

     

    Mentor junior engineers and contribute to systems engineering process improvement.

     

    Required Education, Experience, & Skills

     

    Bachelor s or Master s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

     

    7 years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in defense or M&S domains.

     

    Familiarity with simulation tools, frameworks, and standards (e.g., HLA, DIS, IEEE 1516).

     

    Proficiency with systems engineering tools (e.g., DOORS, MagicDraw, JIRA, Confluence).

     

    Strong understanding of DoD acquisition and systems engineering lifecycle.

     

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

     

    Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

     

    INCOSE CSEP certification or equivalent.

     

    Experience with MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering).

     

    Knowledge of DevSecOps, cloud integration, and cybersecurity compliance in M&S environments.

     

    Background in simulation system testing and verification methodologies.

     

    Pay Information

     

    Full-Time Salary Range: $118504 - $201457

     

    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.

     

    Principal Systems Engineer

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