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BAE Systems, Inc. · 1 week ago

Principal Engineer – Algorithm Development

BAE Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications. The Principal Engineer – Algorithm Development will design and develop algorithms and models for real-time payload systems, supporting various applications including mission data processing systems.
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Responsibilities

Sample algorithms include but are not image processing, clutter suppression, detection, estimation, open- and closed-loop tracking, uncorrelated track determination, Target Object Mapping, Initial Orbit Determination (IOD) and/or Orbit Determination (OD)
Develop embedded, real-time image/track processing algorithms using temporal, spatial, and/or spectral processing of EO/IR data
Support the architecture, design, and development of algorithms, software and hardware systems for a variety of applications including mission data processing systems for Remote Sensing, Space Situational Awareness, Rendezvous and Proximity Operations, Tactical Solutions, and more
Develop and communicate mission-level understanding to peers and customers
Perform system engineering and modeling & simulation for a variety of tactical and surveillance missions
Provide technical direction to junior engineers through the development lifecycle
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment
Perform other duties as necessary

Qualification

Algorithm DevelopmentReal-time ProcessingMatlabPythonC++Computational ScienceAdvanced Math SkillsSystem Level OperationEmbedded SystemsInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamworkSelf-starter Mindset

Required

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education
A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required
Experience with computational science and/or applying advanced math skills to engineering problems
Ability to independently solve new algorithm challenges and generate high-level code to develop and analyze algorithm performance
Experience with Matlab, Python, or C++
Ability to operate at the system level
Capability to interact, and work with all engineering disciplines
A self-starter mindset and the ability to work both independently and on a team
Solid communication, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills plus an ability to lead group discussions

Preferred

BS degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Math, Physics or a related technical field
Prior experience working in and with controlled, classified security environments
Experience in at least one of the following areas: Track Processing and/or Image Processing; Artificial Intelligence / Deep Learning; Mission Data Processing experience in OPIR, Space Situational / Domain Awareness (SSA / SDA), and/or Space Control; Data Processing for Remote Sensing or other raw data through actionable products; GPU, FPGA, and/or High Performance Computing (cluster) processing implementations; Initial Orbit Determination, Orbit Determination, and/or 3D trajectory estimation; Understanding and/or experience with implementation of embedded systems; Understanding and/or experience with spectral phenomenology

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings accounts
A 401(k) savings plan
Disability coverage
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
A legal plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Military leave
Bereavement leave
Any applicable federal and state sick leave
Company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards

Company

BAE Systems, Inc.

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Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Tom Arseneault
President & Chief Executive Officer, BAE Systems, Inc.
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Don Widener, PhD
Chief Technology Officer, Intelligence Solutions
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