• CEMA Principal Software Engineer

    BAE Systems (Hudson, NH)


    Job Description

    Empower national defense. Advance your career. Make a difference.

     

    Join BAE Systems Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area, where you ll contribute to the Compass Call programa premier initiative delivering next-generation electronic warfare capabilities to protect military aircraft. By disrupting adversary communications and radar systems, your work will directly strengthen national security and empower warfighters on the front line.

     

    We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer to lead the development, evolution, and sustainment of our infrastructure and DevSecOps foundations. This role is critical to ensuring stability, security, and scalability across mission-critical subsystems, while driving continuous improvement and innovation. With long-term program funding, expanding international sales, and a strong pipeline of technical challenges, this is an opportunity to build both your career and the future of defense technology.

    What You ll Do

    + Own the design, development, maintenance, and evolution of core infrastructure and base installs supporting mission software.

    + Architect secure and modern frameworks using modern programming languages (e.g., C , C#) in a secure Linux environment.

    + Implement DevSecOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, robust testing, and automated deployment.

    + Administer and optimize Jenkins agents/nodes and containerized environments (Docker).

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems, hardware, and test engineering) to solve complex integration challenges.

    + Provide technical leadership and mentoring to ensure high-quality software delivery.

    + Interface with internal stakeholders and customers, presenting technical solutions and shaping future capabilities.

    + Ensure adaptability, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.

    Why Join Us

    At BAE Systems, you ll make an impact that matters. Here you ll:

     

    + Contribute to a mission of national and global importance.

    + Collaborate with a talented engineering team in a dynamic environment.

    + Grow your career with continuous learning, mentoring, and advancement opportunities.

    + Work in a secure environment with long-term stability and robust funding.

     

    This is a full-time, onsite role at our Hudson, NH facility, offering the chance to make a lasting impact on one of BAE Systems most strategic defense programs.

    Required Education, Experience, & Skills

    + Active Secret clearance

    + Bachelor s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field

    + 8 years of professional software development experience with focus on infrastructure and base installs

    + Strong proficiency in modern coding languages (C , C#) in a Linux environment

    + Experience with build systems for large scale C projects

    + Knowledge of software packaging (RPM) and deployment processes

    + Experience with Agile development, CI/CD pipelines, and automation

    + Expertise in managing Jenkins agents and nodes

    + Hands on experience with containerization tools (e.g., Docker)

    + Proven leadership and technical expertise, with the ability to guide a team of software engineers and drive innovation

    + Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders and present technical solutions

    Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

    + Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance

    + CompTIA Security Certification

    + Strong understanding of integrating Artifactory with build tools

    + Prior experience creating installation frameworks or automated deployment bundles for large C systems

    + Background working on defense, aerospace, or mission-critical programs

     

    Pay Information

     

    Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

     

    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.

     

    CEMA Principal Software Engineer

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