Job Description
Geospatial eXploitation Products (GXP) is seeking a principle test engineer to join our Data Reformatting Service (DRS) team. DRS is a commercially offered product comprised of pixel processing, image reformatting, chipping, overview generation, ground-to-image, image-to-ground, and metadata extraction capabilities.

At its core, DRS is batch processing ("job oriented") toolset used to perform three core functions:

• Image metadata extraction - DRS provides tools to extract metadata from image file formats, including still and motion imagery.
• Image geo-location - DRS provides tools to utilize common imagery geolocation metadata (sensor models) to perform such common geo-location functions as "image-to-ground", "ground-to-image", "average ground sample distance", etc.
• Image alteration and reformatting - DRS provides the ability to produce derived image products by performing common image algorithms (Reduced Resolution Datasets (RRDS), thumbnail generation (Browse), chips (often referred to as cropping or image subsets), quality reduction, and bit depth modification. DRS also provides the ability to perform format and compression conversions in conjunction with these algorithms.

How you will contribute:
-- Bring your passion for pixel processing, mentoring and knowledge to our small imagery team.
-- Design and develop image-processing algorithms, in C++, for our DRS and SOCET GXP native products.
-- Convert native algorithms into web services to support our GXP Xplorer Platform products.
-- Apply your technical expertise to solve unique and challenging problems.
-- Resolve bugs throughout the software release cycle.

About GXP
The Geospatial eXploitation Products (GXP) business provides licensed software capabilities and geospatial technology R&D. GXP's ability to draw on internal data production and technology expertise has allowed it to deliver superior products to the user community.

GXP software solutions

• Desktop Applications: SOCET GXP, GXP Xplorer Disconnected, and GXP InMotion Desktop.
• Server Applications: GXP Xplorer, GXP WebView, GXP OpsView, GXP InMotion Video Server, GXP Fusion, and TASS.
• Mobile Applications: GXP OnScene, GXP Xplorer Mobile, GXP Xplorer Snap.

Enabling development of the most advanced geospatial intelligence, BAE Systems' GXP software solutions deliver an unrivaled capacity for discovery, exploitation, and dissemination of mission-critical geospatial data. From key military, security, and incident response operations, to a variety of commercial development and research initiatives, GXP software provides a comprehensive suite of solutions enabling timely and effective decision-making.

www.baesystems.com/gxp

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed fulltime on site. This will occur at our BAE Systems facility in Rancho Bernardo, California.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Proficient in a variety of scripting languages: Perl, Python, Bash, or C-shell.
• Proficient testing on both Linux and Windows.
• Knowledge of common image file formats (TIFF/GeoTIFF, NITF 2.1, JPEG2000, and JPEG).
• Knowledge of image processing algorithms.
• Knowledge of image compression/decompression concepts.
• Excellent team player, focused on quality product deliveries.

U.S. Citizenship Required. Candidates selected for this position are subject to a government security investigation and will need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks/tools: Cypress, Postman, RestAssured, EggPlant, or Squish
• Familiarity XML and HTML.
• Familiarity with C/C++, Java.
• Familiarity with the SAFe Agile Framework and agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with Azure, BitBucket, Git, Google Test, and JUnit.
• Familiarity with Security+, CISSP, or CSSLP would be a plus.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $112420 - $191070

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 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.PDN-9d6bc1a0-d1d9-409e-b76c-2cc546740935