principal software engineering Hardware Engineer tech_leadership · Posted Apr 22, 2026
$96,623 – $164,259
USD per year

About this role

BAE Systems is hiring a principal-level Hardware Engineer in the software engineering function based in Fort Wayne, IN. The posting calls out experience with Agile, Testing, Embedded Systems. Compensation is listed at $96,623–$164,259 per year.

Role
Hardware Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
principal
Track
Tech leadership
Employment
Full-time
Location
Fort Wayne, IN
Department
Engineering & Technology
Posted
Apr 22, 2026

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Job description

from BAE Systems careers

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our team in Fort Wayne, Indiana! “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” is our mission, and we’re looking for engineers who share our passion in developing a full range of first-of-its-kind technologies and equipment to protect air, land, and naval warfighters on all fronts. At our Fort Wayne, Indiana site, the Airborne Tactical Radios team provides next-generation military communications solutions that provide unparalleled capabilities to the warfighter. If you are an individual who thrives in Agile hardware development environments, then we are interested in hearing from you! This exciting role spans the full product lifecycle - business capture, development, production, testing, sustaining - for a variety of complex defense products and technologies. You will collaborate closely with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware and test engineers, as well as product managers and stakeholders to develop excellent solutions. We are looking for candidates who are detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and have a passion for continuous improvement. You will be responsible for ensuring the performance, quality, and reliability of electronic products through rigorous design, analysis, and testing. In addition, the ideal candidate has experience with, and is a strong advocate…

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