Jr. Software Engineer C/C++

System One; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

System One in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Software Engineer with strong C/C++ experience to support mission-critical defense and tactical software. You will help build and sustain analysis tools, simulations, and mission-planning components used in operating systems, all in an onsite role with government stakeholders.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, 2+ years of software experience, and an Active Secret clearance (or the ability to obtain one).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM/technical discipline with GPA 3.0+ and 2+ years of software experience.
• Strong C/C++ development experience (must-have).
• Onsite work in Huntsville, AL with a Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to full lifecycle software development (design, implement, test, integrate, support).
• Develop and maintain C/C++ software for safety/security-conscious environments.
• Support architecture/design discussions and implement scalable, maintainable solutions.
• Participate in reviews to uphold quality and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems, test, integration) and support end users.
• Assist with fielding, troubleshooting, and post-test analysis activities.
• Follow secure development and RMF-related standards.

Skills

C/C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Version control

Job description

LOCATION

Huntsville, AL (100% onsite)

TYPE

Contract-to-hire | 40 hrs/week

COMPENSATION

$62-67/hr (W2)

CLEARANCE

Active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain)

OVERVIEW

System One is hiring a Software Engineer with strong C/C++ experience to support mission-critical defense/tactical software. You’ll help build and sustain software products such as analysis tools/simulations, mission-planning applications, and components used in operational systems. This role is onsite in Huntsville and supports programs with government stakeholders.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Contribute to full lifecycle software development (design, implementation, test, integration, and support)
• Develop and maintain C/C++ software for complex, safety/security-conscious environments
• Support architecture/design discussions and implement scalable, maintainable solutions
• Participate in technical reviews and code reviews to uphold quality and compliance
• Work with cross-functional teams (systems, test, integration) and support end users as needed -
• Assist with fielding, troubleshooting, and post-test/analysis activities -
• Follow secure development and compliance requirements (cybersecurity/RMF and related standards)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM/technical discipline (Software, CS, CE, EE, AE, Math, or similar) with GPA 3.0+ 2+ years of relevant software engineering experience
• Strong C/C++ development experience (must-have)
• Ability to work onsite in Huntsville, AL
• Active Secret clearance OR ability to obtain one
• Working knowledge of software engineering best practices (version control, coding standards, documentation, quality)

NICE TO HAVE (PREFERRED)

• Python and/or Java experience
• Real-time or embedded systems experience; RTOS familiarity (VxWorks, FreeRTOS, etc.)
• Open systems / modular architectures (MOSA); frameworks like FACE, OMS, or SOSA
• Aerospace/defense/weapon systems domain exposure
• Containerization, CI/CD (Docker/Kubernetes), microservices - DO-178C, MIL-STD-882E, or similar standards experience
• MBSE / SysML; MATLAB/Simulink exposure
• Mission planning, navigation, sensors, or guidance & control concepts

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality.

• System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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