principal software engineering Hardware Engineer tech_leadership · Posted Apr 30, 2026
$118,095 – $200,762
USD per year

About this role

BAE Systems is hiring a principal-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Westminster, CO. Compensation is listed at $118,095–$200,762 per year.

Role
Hardware Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
principal
Track
Tech leadership
Employment
Full-time
Location
Westminster, CO
Department
Engineering & Technology
Posted
Apr 30, 2026

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Job description

from BAE Systems careers

Job Description
Minimum $30,000 Sign On Bonus being offered for external hires.

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The Electrical & Electronic Solutions (EES) department at BAE Space and Mission Systems is seeking a talented and motivated Electrical Hardware Engineer to join our team. This team member will be involved in the development of cutting-edge solutions for program and R&D applications. They will support programs in the Tactical Solutions Strategic Business Unit which delivers mission system solutions, from specialized antennas to electro-optical technologies, to the warfighter. Our systems enhance the performance of various military platforms, from aircraft and land vehicles to ships and satellites, and give warfighters the advantage they need to take action, identify targets and defend against evolving threats.


What You’ll Do:
  • Responsible for system and board level circuit development, modeling, and simulation for tactical RF, Lidar, and antenna products.
  • Apply innovative design techniques to create defense-oriented, cutting-edge electronic systems.
  • Involvement in quick life-cycle research & development efforts.
  • Design digital and analog hardware utilizing FPGAs, microprocessors, ADCs/DACs, power supplies, and control circuitry.
  • Perform detailed analyses including power dissipation and consumption, stability, reliability, and risk mitigation.
  • Interface with Systems Engineers and other disciplines to define functional and performance requirements.
  • Work closely with PWB packaging and layout engineers.
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