Associate Software Engineer / Software Engineer

TCS; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Professional development reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Technical Consulting Solutions (TCS), Inc. seeks an Associate Software Engineer or Software Engineer to join the IBCS program in Huntsville, AL. You will design, develop, test, and document software across multiple baselines within an Agile SAFe environment.

The role requires a STEM degree and 1–2+ years of related experience, with strong Java and C++ skills, Linux development, and experience with Git/GitLab, Jira, and Confluence. On-site work in Huntsville is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 1+ year of relevant experience for Associate role; 2+ years for Engineer role.
• Strong object-oriented software development experience with Java and C++.
• Proficiency in Linux-based development and runtime environments; scripting with Bash and Python.
• Experience with configuration management and source control tools (Git / GitLab).
• Experience with Agile SAFe and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, document, test, and debug software to meet program objectives.
• Participate in SAFe Scrum teams to maintain software across baselines for the IBCS program.
• Work in a fast-paced, collaborative Agile environment across roles.
• Develop and upgrade software in multiple languages with minimal operational changes.
• Support documentation with Markdown and collaboration tools; assist in testing and code quality efforts.

Skills

Java

C++

Linux development

Python

Bash

Git

GitLab

SAFe

Jira

Confluence

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

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Associate Software Engineer / Software Engineer

At Technical Consulting Solutions (TCS), Inc., our team of professionals tackles many of our country’s most difficult engineering and technology challenges to further our country’s defense and space programs. At TCS, we strive to provide our people with a strong, interesting career along with strong benefits and work-life balance.

This position supports the United States Army’s Integrated Air and Missile Defense [IAMD] Battle Command System (IBCS). This system is used to protect the US and our allies from air and missile threats. This program is used to integrate numerous air and missile defense systems (THAAD, PATRIOT, PAC-3, IFPC) with various radars and sensors to effectively manage and operate these defensive weapon systems through a seamless battlefield management system.

In this role, you will support the Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) program on Engagement and Track Management Agile Software Teams, working closely with systems and test engineers to build robust, secure, and scalable software solutions that address complex logical and mathematical challenges in support of Global C2 missions. This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on development, solving complex technical problems, and collaborating in a highly integrated, Agile environment.

These positions require US citizenship, an existing DoD clearance (Secret or higher), and on-site work at a facility in Huntsville, Alabama (telework is not available).

Job Description:

IBCS seeks to fill the position of Associate Software Engineer / Software Engineer with an individual who has experience in:

Specific tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, document, test, and debug applications and software systems that implement logical and mathematical solutions that are aligned with program objectives.
• Participate in Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Scrum teams to develop and maintain software products across multiple software baselines for the IBCS program.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with high expectations, diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels of the organization.
• Perform software development and upgrades in multiple programming languages/versions while minimizing changes to the operational behavior of tactical software.
• Support documentation creation and updates using Markdown and other collaboration tools.
• Support testing activities including unit and functional testing, code coverage analysis, and static code analysis; contribute to continuous improvement of test effectiveness and automation.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate Software Engineer- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and at least 1 year of relevant experience
• Software Engineer- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and at least 2 years of relevant experience, Master's degree in STEM field and 0 years of relevant experience
• Strong object-oriented software development experience with Java and C++
• Proficiency in Linux-based development and runtime environments. Experience with scripting languages and tools including Bash and Python.
• Experience with modern configuration management and source control tools (Git / GitLab).
• Experience with Agile SAFe and Atlassian Agile tools including Jira and Confluence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including Cameo or similar tools.
• Experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines to build, integrate, test and deliver software.
• Experience supporting real-time or distributed systems using RTI/DDS publish/subscribe middleware.
• Engagement: Experience with US Army Systems including PATRIOT, LTAMDS, SENTINEL A3/A4, IFF devices, and M_SHORAD. Experience with Engagement Planning and Execution, PAC2/PAC3, and AIM9x, and Indirect Fires.
• Track Management: Experience with track management including sensors, composite track, IFF devices, and Combat Identification.
• CompTIA Security+
• Highlights of our benefits include BC/BS Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, Profit Sharing, Flexible Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, vacation, sick leave, and maternity/paternity leave.