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Senior Systems Engineer - ATA​/ATR Algorithms Lead Jobs

Job in Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35801, USA
Listing for: Clearance Jobs
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Engineer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software)
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120874 - 205486 USD Yearly USD 120874.00 205486.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Systems Engineer

BAE Systems' Precision Strike (PS) Business Area has an immediate opening for an experienced Systems Engineer with a strong embedded systems and algorithms background to lead Automatic Target Acquisition (ATA) and Automatic Target Recognition (ATR) development and demonstrations for the Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS), Sure Strike™ Product Line.

Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics
-from GPS devices for munitions and platforms to multi-function seekers that enable detecting threats for precision strike. Drawing strength from our differences, we are innovating for the future. 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 mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®."

Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us at BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is seeking a Huntsville, AL-based Systems Engineer to join a growing team developing cutting-edge capabilities in multimodal/multifunction seekers. You will serve as a technical lead within the Sure Strike™ product team focused on ATA and ATR algorithm maturity, implementation, and demonstration. As a senior-level contributor, you will be directly responsible for deeply impactful technical contributions to next generation military autonomy;

collaborate with a distributed and highly-skilled development team; as well as lead customer engagement and relationship management. In this role you will have the opportunity to participate in efforts across the full-spectrum of technology maturation ranging from Strategic Initiatives, IRAD/CRAD R&D prototypes, EMD units, LRIP units to full rate production systems - a wealth of opportunity to expand technical breadth and depth for anyone along a technical and/or Chief Engineering career path.

The ideal candidate will have a strong Sensor algorithm development and operational deployment experience. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have balanced experience in signal/image processing, target tracking, data fusion, embedded systems, and simulation - both digital and hardware in the loop. Finally, the ideal candidate will have strong Customer and Executive leadership communication and briefing skills.

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.

Required Education, Experience, &

Skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field and a minimum of 6 years' experience
  • Must hold a Secret clearance and be eligible to obtain Top Secret clearance
  • Experienced in sensor algorithm development and operational deployment
  • Possess a balanced experience mix in signal/image processing, target tracking, data fusion, embedded systems, and simulation
  • Excellent communication and briefing skills

Preferred Education, Experience, &

Skills:

  • Advanced (MS or higher) degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or equivalent
  • Experience with sensor architecture development, requirements derivation, and trade studies
  • Knowledge of imaging sensor modalities
  • Demonstrated experience developing ATA/ATR algorithms
  • Experienced in developing tactically relevant AI/ML solutions

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $120874 - $205486

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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