Job Description As global threats evolve at an unprecedented pace, the ability to rapidly model, simulate, and analyze complex systems is critical to maintaining our nation’s security. The BAE Systems Advanced Technology Team (ATT) is at the forefront of this transformation, enabling next-generation digital engineering solutions that support high-impact, mission-critical programs.
We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our ATT Modeling & Simulation team, working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment to build the integrations and data pipelines that power a modern digital engineering ecosystem.
In this role, you will focus on developing software solutions that connect modeling tools, simulation environments, and analytics platforms — enabling seamless data flow and highly customized workflows tailored to customer needs.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop plugins, extensions, and custom software solutions for modeling & simulation (M&S) tools
- Design and implement integration points across tools within a complex digital engineering pipeline
- Integrate and use graphical user interfaces and visualization tools
- Build and maintain data pipelines that enable efficient data flow between modeling, simulation, and analytics systems
- Customize integrations and workflows to meet specific customer and program requirements
- Collaborate with systems engineers, analysts, and other developers to ensure tools and pipelines support mission needs
- Troubleshoot, enhance, and scale existing integrations within the M&S ecosystem
- Contribute to the overall architecture and reliability of the digital engineering toolchain
Required Education, Experience, & Skills - Typically a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering or Computer Science discipline with 2+ years of experience
- Strong and confident communication/presentation skills
- Experience developing software applications or extensions (Java, Python, or similar — Java preferred)
- Experience integrating software systems or working with APIs
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in complex technical environments
- Experience in being part of a multidisciplinary project team
- Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Secret level clearance
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills - Familiarity with data pipelines, ETL processes, or analytics workflows
- Experience with modeling & simulation tools (e.g. Cameo Systems Modeler, Ansys ModelCenter, Ansys STK, etc.)
- Experience working in DoD environments
- Already holds active Secret level clearance
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $79365 - $134921
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 Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
