FAST Labs - Software Engineer - Early Career Levels - Top Secret
We are hiring software engineers at all experience levels to grow our FAST Labs™ team at our Merrimack, New Hampshire location. Virtual interviews will be accommodated for non-local candidates.
About the role
The FAST Labs business area is the innovative research and development engine within the Electronic Systems Sector of BAE Systems. We operate in a fast-paced environment, creating prototype, proof-of-concept, and low-volume products with minimal process and documentation requirements. FAST Labs focuses on turning groundbreaking research into real-life impact for our customers, developing advanced capabilities in areas such as advanced electronics, sensors and processing, AI, autonomy, RF, EO/IR, cyber, and microelectronics. We collaborate across a broad innovation ecosystem, including DoD/IC/OGA labs, universities, small businesses, and venture firms.
This role requires full-time, on-site work at a BAE Systems facility due to the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and secure access to sensitive information.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including senior engineers, customers, and other stakeholders, to develop and implement software solutions that meet customer needs.
- Design, develop, test, and integrate software applications in languages such as C++, Python, and MATLAB, utilizing technologies like Cloud Native Technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Harbor, Helm) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Participate in agile development processes, contributing to the team's success and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions.
- Develop software solutions that interface with hardware devices such as FPGAs, GPUs, and embedded SoCs, using protocols like UART, I2C, SPI, and CAN.
- Apply DevSecOps principles, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), and automated release management to ensure the security and integrity of software solutions.
- Develop software solutions utilizing containerization (e.g., Podman/Docker) and cloud technologies, ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
- Design, develop, and test software applications for systems related to RF, Radar, EO/IR, Electronic Warfare, or Software Defined Radio, including signal processing, data analysis, and system control.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret DoW clearance.
- Bachelor's Degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience with Object-Oriented design, development practices, and implementation in C++11 (or later).
- Experience developing for and operating in a Linux environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience with MATLAB.
- Development experience with Python.
- General Purpose GPU (OPENCL or CUDA) development experience.
- Experience in a rapid prototype environment.
- Real-time, embedded, multi-threaded, low-latency development and/or Linux application development.
Pay
Full-Time Salary Range: $79,365 – $134,921. Individual salaries are determined by factors including business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications such as skills, education, and experience.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health savings accounts.
- 401(k) savings plan.
- Disability coverage.
- Life and accident insurance.
- Employee assistance program and legal plan.
- Discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and other leave programs, including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave.
- Federal and state sick leave as applicable.
- Company recognition program with monetary or non-monetary awards.
- Other incentives based on position level and job specifics.