Computer Engineer III

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Computer Engineer to join our Tactical Mobile (TacMobile) team. This team supports the NIWC Atlantic TacMobile Program, focusing on the sustainment of existing fielded configurations and the development and fielding of future capabilities for TacMobile sites, serving USN and FMS customers.

Location and Contract Details
This position is based in Patuxent River, MD, and is contingent upon contract award. Limited relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test computer hardware, software, and network systems
• Perform system integration and ensure compatibility across various platforms
• Provide technical support for systems and equipment, including test and evaluation for C5ISR requirements
• Implement and support virtualization and information assurance/network protection projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system performance, reliability, and security
• Develop technical documentation and procedures to enhance system usability and compliance
• Conduct systems analysis and propose improvements based on testing and evaluation results
• Develop guidance for to-be tenant applications to enable them to build and run on TacMobile
• Provide engineering expertise to support a Systems Integration Test and Evaluation (SITE) Integrated Product Team (IPT) with systems engineering efforts for the TacMobile program
• Collaborate with other contractor teammates and customers daily
• Work closely with customers to ensure deliverables meet their expectations and are delivered in a timely manner
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings

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Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (e.g. Aerospace, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Software, or Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or Information Systems)
• 7 years of professional experience in computer design, software development, or computer networks

Technical Requirements

• Experience implementing multi-tenant Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) Kubernetes to support deployment of tenant Open Container Initiative (OCI)-compliant applications
• Experience integrating container registry systems (e.g. Harbor, ECR, ACR, Sonotype) with container push/pull systems (e.g. Carvel Tools, Podman, Docker), container security (e.g. Trivy), and Kubernetes management (e.g. vCF Kubernetes, Tanzu Kubernetes Grid, OpenShift)
• Understanding of the technical constraints of DoD and tactical environments

Certifications

• Preferred: Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM) or Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP)
• Vendor/Platform-Specific Certifications:
  • Microsoft role-based certifications (e.g. MCAD, MCDBA)
  • Red Hat Certification Program (RHCP)
  • CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or CISCO Certified Design Professional (CCDP)
  • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
  • Cloud certifications (e.g. AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Administrator)

Soft Skills

• Demonstrated experience with best test practices, including formal, requirements-based testing
• Ability to effectively communicate via oral and written communications with senior management and technical staff

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Masters degree in a STEM discipline to include but not limited to Aerospace, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Software, or Systems Engineering or Information Technology or Information Systems is preferred.
• TacMobile experience.
• Broadcom vCloud FOundation (vCF) vSphere, NSX, and vCF Kubernetes.
• Podman to vCF integration experience.
• HELM and Terraform experience.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

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 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.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

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.