Job Description
You don’t see it, but it’s there. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too.

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.”

Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.

We are seeking entry level candidates to join our ES Defense software engineering team located in northern New Jersey upon graduation in Spring 2024. Qualified candidates will have an opportunity to become a member of our team working across multiple disciplines while being exposed to the full software life-cycle in an inspired, motivating, and collaborative environment. Tasks may include coding, debugging, and integrating software, as well as the integration, regression, and requirement testing of complex SW/HW systems.

In this exciting and challenging role, you will enjoy flexible scheduling with every other Friday off, an inviting and supportive culture, competitive compensation, and an excellent benefits package that includes tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees.

For those candidates in their first year after graduation, BAE’s Year One experience provides you with opportunities to jumpstart your engineering career. As part of this unique program, you will have the opportunity to:

Explore different projects and technologies by participating in rotations.
Develop skills by receiving immediate mentorship from experienced managers and engineers, and participate in classes and workshops to expand your knowledge of yourself, technology and our company.
Network and collaborate to make lasting connections with peers, co-workers and leadership.

Who is considered a U.S. Person? A U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected refugee or asylee. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Security Clearance: Many of our positions require the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Please review the Clearance Level section in the posting for more details.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's degree in CS (Computer Science), CE (Computer Engineering), or other scientific degree with suitable software engineering content granted in current academic year
0-2 years' professional software development experience
Proficiency in multiple high level programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Java, Python)
Working knowledge of software design and code utilizing Object Oriented Analysis & Design (OOAD) techniques

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Operating Systems (e.g., Windows and/or UNIX/Linux)
Software version control tools (e.g., Git, Bitbucket)
Software related internship, work, or hobby experiences
Security clearance (Secret or higher)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $65400 - $111240

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.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

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