FAST Labs

Job Description Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site
This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time
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Through research programs funded by science and technology R&D organizations within the U.S
Department of Defense, the research and development team in FAST Labs™ collaborate across the enterprise
On this team, you'll have the opportunity to create and develop advanced technology capabilities in the areas of advanced electronics, autonomy, cyber, electronic warfare, and sensors and processing
Looking to make a difference developing disruptive technologies and capabilities? BAE Systems FAST Labs leads the way with opportunities for tackling the Defense and Intelligence Communities' hardest problems with innovative software and hardware solutions
FAST Labs, the research and development arm of BAE Systems' Electronic Systems, is seeking a Chief Software Architect to join and lead a dynamic and diverse team developing and transitioning our Mission Application software framework in our R3 (RF, Electronics and Cyber) Product Line that feeds advanced mission capabilities to our production Business Areas
The Chief Software Architect for our Mission Application software framework will lead a cross-functional team to mature and maintain the software framework, deployed on CPU and GPU hardware, for our R&D portfolio
This will require balancing requirements of agile R&D development with formal requirements of existing internal transition software baselines
The Chief Software Architect will lead the development across various classification levels to ensure the architecture is scalable, extensible and maintainable for all stakeholders
Responsibilities
* Lead a cross-functional team in maturing, evolving and maintaining the Mission Application software framework that services our R&D customers and internal transition stakeholders
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers and internal transition partners
* Manage the deployment and sustainment of multiple software baselines being developed at various classification levels
* Employ agile software development and DevSecOps practices in the maturation and maintenance of the Mission Application software framework
* Define configuration management strategy that incorporates new research development as well incremental releases to internal stakeholders
* Be collaborative and entrepreneurial in the shaping and capture of CRAD to drive incorporation of new technologies into our current and future BAE Systems products and baselines
* Provide technical reviews and strategic guidance to programs and to portfolios of programs to align technology development, internal investments, and intellectual property capture to business needs
* Effectively communicate with clear, concise messaging at all levels of the organization.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 take pride in important work-life balance initiatives including every other Friday Off, Flextime, and Telecommuting
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
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
• Bachelor's Degree with 12+ years of multi-disciplinary professional experience in software intensive systems.
* Experience in agile software development and DevSecOps
* Ability to obtain a TS clearance with SCI and SAP accesses
* Proven experience leading teams to develop new and existing products, solutions, and processes.
* Current knowledge in the technologies, methodologies, processes and tools used in the software industry with a demonstrated track record of deploying these on programs Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
• Deep technical knowledge in at least one relevant technology area and broad understanding of the RF, EW, and Cyber challenges facing the DoD and IC
* Current TS clearance, with SCI
* Strong technical written and verbal presentation skills
* Strong communication and collaboration skills
* Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
* Experience setting and executing a vision for product-line based software architecture including configuration management
* Working knowledge of OSI Containers, Container registries, binary artifact repositories and secure software development techniques
* Working knowledge of software configuration management principles, practices and tools
* Familiarity with DoD software development approaches Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $143000 - $243100 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
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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
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