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 Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Endicott, NY and provide technical leadership in the development of next-generation flight control and related systems.

Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance are offered for this position!

About the Role:
As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer within CAS, you will be a key technical leader responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and verification of complex embedded software solutions. You will mentor and guide a team of engineers, driving best practices, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safety-critical software. This role demands a deep understanding of embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and a commitment to software security and safety.

What Youll Do:

• Lead the software engineering team for complex embedded control systems, considering safety, performance, and security requirements

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of embedded software engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.

• Experience leading high performing technical teams.

• Participate in all phases of the software lifecycle – from requirements definition and system design, through implementation, integration, and rigorous verification.

• Develop and review software designs, code, and documentation to ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., DO-178C) and internal quality guidelines.

• Evaluate and integrate new technologies and tools to improve software development processes and product capabilities.

• Contribute to the evolution of our software development processes and best practices.

• Act as a technical point of contact for complex software issues and provide resolution strategies.

• Focus on software product security, leading the integration of security features and supporting comprehensive validation efforts.

• Perform Control Account Manager (CAM) duties in adherence to sound Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques and practices.

Where Youll Contribute:
Within Controls & Avionics Solutions (CAS), you will have the opportunity to shape the future of avionics – contributing to fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, power management systems, and other critical aircraft systems. [Learn more about CAS]

What Were Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

• 8-10+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a significant focus on aerospace or defense applications.

• Deep understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) – *experience with LynxOS, VxWorks, or INTEGRITY is highly desirable*.

• Expert proficiency in C/C++, Python programming languages and software development tools.

• Extensive experience with software architecture, design patterns, and software modeling techniques including Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

• Strong knowledge of software security principles and best practices.

• Comprehensive understanding of aerospace software standards (e.g., DO-178B/C).

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior engineers.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.

• The chance to work on cutting-edge projects that impact the future of flight.

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Professional development opportunities to stay at the forefront of technology.

• A flexible hybrid work schedule, balancing on-site and remote work.

Ready to lead the way in avionics innovation? Apply today!

• Master’s Degree in related engineering field
• 10+ years of experience in avionics or electronic controls embedded development, including familiarity with systems such as flight controls, engine controls or mission systems, with at least 3 years of leading high performing distributed teams.
• Experience with Multi-core and ARM processing hardware.
• Experience with safety critical development guidelines including DO-178B/C, DO-254, ISO-26262 or equivalent safety process requirements.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership

• Team player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a dynamic/collaborative environment
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Motivated self-starter with good problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability, with good planning and organizational skills