BAE Systems is recognized as a leading place to work, with honors that include the 2026 Phenom HR Awards Talent Management Team of the Year, Built In 2026 Best Places to Work, 2026 Military Friendly Gold Employer, and Vault 2026 Top Ranked Internships.

Where purpose connects

Meaningful. Empowering. Remarkable. That's a career at BAE Systems.

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. A career here means using your passion and ingenuity to defend national security with breakthrough technology and intelligence solutions. It’s rewarding work that truly makes a difference. And as you tackle critical projects, you’ll work alongside a supportive team – driven by a shared ambition to protect what really matters.

At BAE Systems, you’ll connect your passion for innovation to a career full of purpose.

Discovering the universe

Are we alone in the universe? How were stars and galaxies formed? How is the cosmos evolving? These are fundamental questions for NASA and its team of scientists, engineers, and astronauts. In our latest careers blog, meet one employee helping to innovate the technology to help provide answers.

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Internship to full-time career

Each summer, hundreds of tomorrow's leaders join us through our LEAP (Learn. Engage. Apply. Progress.) internship and co-op program. For AJ, a systems engineer, and Chris, a capture manager, their stories prove the program is more than a summer stint. It's a launching pad.

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AJ Bekoe, a former BAE Systems LEAP intern who turned an entry-level internship into a full-time systems engineering career on the Space & Mission Systems team. Chris Burke, a former BAE Systems LEAP intern who built his career from an entry-level internship into a full-time role in the Intelligence & Security sector.

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Where purpose connects

Here, our ethos is etched in purpose – a purpose that binds us to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. Guided by unwavering commitment, we stand shoulder to shoulder with our defenders, fostering an environment where purpose isn’t just a statement, it’s our shared heartbeat.

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Our culture

Many are drawn to us for our mission-critical work, but they stay because of our authentic sense of camaraderie. Our people thrive in a highly collaborative environment where everyone wants to see each other succeed.

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Our locations

From coast to coast, we’re driven by a shared mission to help our customers stay a step ahead when protecting people, and national security. See our locations page to search for opportunities near you.

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Applicant resources & benefits

Gain insights on our hiring process, discover interview and resume tips, browse our benefit offerings, and check your application status.

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Our mission

Here, we protect those who protect us. Get a glimpse into the the work that we do, those who we serve, and our commitment to innovation.

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Let's connect your talent to our mission

Here, we’re not just colleagues – we’re teammates, allies, and a strong support network. We embrace a culture where empathy, camaraderie, and belonging thrive as we innovate to protect lives and improve the future.

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