Junior Software Engineer

SAIC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to support the THAAD team by developing and delivering JEDI software in C++ and Ada.

You will work on test plans, reports, and software requirements, collaborating with a small team to implement new THAAD updates.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and US citizenship; a Secret clearance or ability to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering or equivalent.
• Zero years experience required (or up to six years in lieu of degree).
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one; US Citizenship required.
• Experience with C++ is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop software in C++ and Ada per THAAD JEDI project.
• Create and execute test plans and test reports as required.
• Develop software requirements from user inputs.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and good collaboration with team.
• Prepare Software Problem Reports and Change Requests as needed.

Skills

C++

Ada

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Test execution

QT development

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering or equivalent

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required None

Job ID 2615867
Location Huntsville, AL, US
Date Posted 2026-08-20
Category Software
Subcategory SW Engineer
Schedule Full-Time
Shift Day Job
Travel No
Minimum Clearance Required None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret
Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE
Description SAIC is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to support our THAAD team in Huntsville, AL. The Systems Simulation, Software and Integration (S3I) Directorate is seeking a Software Developer candidate in support of the THAAD Interoperability Team to develop and design THAAD simulation software JEDI. This individual will be responsible for developing, designing, and delivering JEDI software in accordance with new THAAD software updates and adding additional capabilities using programming languages of C++ and Ada. The candidate should be a self-starter and be able to operate with minimal supervision. The candidate must have a willingness to learn. The candidate must be flexible and work well with other team members. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required as well as the ability to create and deliver technical code. Daily duties will be conducted at S3I in Huntsville, AL.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop test plans and procedures
• Develop detailed test reports and technical white papers as required
• Complete Software Problem Reports and Change Requests
• Develop software requirements from user inputs
• Software development in C++ and Ada
• Execute and Evaluate applications prior to formal delivery

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent experience and zero (0) years of experience; Additional six (6) years' experience can be accepted in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle)

Clearance Requirements

• Must possess an active Secret security clearance or have the ability to obtain one; US Citizenship required

Required Skills

• Experience with C++
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills
• Test execution experience

Preferred Skills

• Writing test plans, procedures and reports
• System engineering requirements analysis
• QT development experience