Embedded Software Engineer – Hybrid Work Opportunity - Sign on bonus
Austin
Monday, 23 March 2026
It’s about the journey. Whether it’s a bus ride or flight, our commercial electronic systems help transport millions of passengers every day. Every second a plane takes off somewhere in the world, enabled by our flight-critical products. On the ground, our electric and hybrid solutions save more than 22 million gallons of fuel per year. Be part of our journey at Electronic Systems where you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the 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 World. TM.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us.Engineers at our Austin TX location support the following Business Area’sControls & Avionics Solutions (CAS): In Controls & Avionics Solutions, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop the next generation of avionics – whether it is fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, or power management.http://www.baesystems-ps.com/interactive/cas.htmIn this Embedded Software Engineer opportunity, you will be part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment supporting a dynamic cross-functional team that supports safety critical systems and make impacts in the following ways;Perform software development activities such as architecting, designing and implementing software product security features, performing product security integration, and supporting validation for complex embedded safety critical control systems through all stages of the software development cycle (requirements, design, code, and verification).Applying any of the following security processes; DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), DO-326 A Airworthiness Security Process Specification or ISO-21434 Road Vehicle Security.Collaborate cross-functionality with Systems and Hardware Engineers to translate business needs and customer requirements into technical solutions, including performing SW/ HW integration testing, verification, and debug.Implement and oversee best practices for software development, including version control, coding standards, automated testing, and integration.May also be involved in reverse engineering existing code bases to address problem reports, implement enhancements and improve overall structure for maintainability.Assist in risk management and mitigation strategies for software development.Required Education, Experience, & Skills BS with 6 years of experience in avionics or electronic controls embedded development in a safety or mission critical environment ( i.e, aerospace, military. energy, nuclear, automotive, medical devices).Full software lifecycle leadership experience from requirements development through verificationExperience integrating on real-time, safety-critical electronic control systems that include hardware, software and programmable logic devices.Solid knowledge and hands-on experience with C/ C , Python programming and experience performing static/dynamic code analysisTechnical writing skills: capable of creating required engineering documentation.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's, Master’s with 8 or more years of related experience with at least 3 years implementing and testing cybersecurity features.Experience developing device drivers/board support packagesFamiliar with data transfer protocols (ARINC 429, RS-232, MIL-STD-1553)Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Experience with implementing cybersecurity capabilities leveraging features/components including any of the following; secure boot, cryptographic accelerators, Trusted Execution Environments (TE - Es), Trusted Platform Modules (TP - Ms) or Hardware Security Modules (HS - Ms).Understanding of purpose and usage of; cryptographic objects: Keys, Certs, CR - Ls; algorithms: SHA, AES, RSA, ECC, HMAC, GMAC, etc., and protocols: TLS/ DTLS, IP - Sec, etc.Experience applying any of the following security processes; DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), DO-326 A Airworthiness Security Process Specification or ISO-21434 Road Vehicle Security.Experience with MITRE’s CV - Es, CW - Es, CAPEC and ATT&CK.Experience with Multi-core and ARM processing hardware.Experience with safety critical development guidelines including ARP 4754, DO-178 B/ C, DO-254, ISO-26262 or equivalent safety process requirements.Demonstrated experience providing technical leadershipTeam player with a proactive attitude and the ability to be productive in a dynamic/collaborative environmentStrong oral and written communications skillsMotivated self-starter with good problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability, with good planning and organizational skills Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762Please 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.