CEMA Senior Software Engineer Security Clearance

Position: CEMA Senior Software Engineer with Security Clearance
Job Description Empower national defense. Advance your career. Make a difference. Join BAE Systems' Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) business area, where you'll contribute to the Compass Call program-a premier initiative delivering next-generation electronic warfare capabilities to protect military aircraft. By disrupting adversary communications and radar systems, your work will directly strengthen national security and empower warfighters on the front line.

We are seeking a Software Engineer with a strong background in C++ and Dev Sec Ops  practices to support the development of our core infrastructure and base installs. This role is critical to ensuring stability, security, and scalability across mission-critical subsystems. With long-term program funding, expanding international sales, and a strong pipeline of technical challenges, this is an opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of defense technology.

What You'll Do
* Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of infrastructure and base installs supporting mission software.

* Build and maintain secure, modern frameworks in C++/C# on Linux environments.

* Implement Dev Sec Ops  practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing and deployment.

* Configure and maintain Jenkins agents/nodes and containerized environments (Docker).

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems, hardware, and test engineering) to resolve integration challenges.

* Support the packing and deployment processes (RPMs).
Why Join Us
At BAE Systems, you'll make an impact that matters. Here you'll:

* Contribute to a mission of national and global importance.

* Work alongside a talented engineering team in a collaborative environment.

* Develop your skills with continuous learning and mentoring opportunities.

* Thrive in a secure, long-term program environment backed by strong funding.
This is a full-time, onsite role at our Hudson, NH facility, offering the chance to make a lasting impact on one of BAE Systems' most strategic defense programs. Required Education, Experience, & Skills
* Active Secret clearance

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related technical field

* 4 years of professional software development experience with focus on infrastructure and base installs

* Strong proficiency in modern coding languages (C++, C#) in a Linux environment

* Experience with build systems for large scale C++ projects

* Knowledge of software packaging (RPM) and deployment processes

* Experience with Agile development, CI/CD pipelines, and automation

* Familiarity with Jenkins and containerization tools (e.g. Docker)

* Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
* Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance

* CompTIA Security+ Certification

* Experience integrating Artifactory with build tools

* Prior experience creating installation frameworks or automated deployment bundles

* Background working on defense, aerospace, or mission-critical programs Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680

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…