Junior Software Engineer - UAS & Systems Integration

Leidos; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Sensors’ Uncrewed Systems Integration and Test group seeks a motivated Junior Software Engineer to join the S3I Joint Technology Center – Systems Integration Lab, focusing on the design, development, and integration of UAS software in a collaborative lab environment.

The role requires a BS in computer science (or related) with 2–4 years of experience or an MS with 1–2 years, strong OO programming (Java/C++/C#), Gitlab CI/CD, scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell), and familiarity

Qualifications

• BS degree in computer science or related technical degree plus 2-4 years of prior relevant experience or MS degree in computer science or related technical degree plus 1-2 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with object-oriented programming in multiple languages such as java, C++, and C#.
• Experience using Gitlab CI/CD.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell including the automation of system and application installations is required.
• Understanding of general computing system architectures and virtual machines/containers.
• Strong command line experience with UNIX based operating system or Windows command line configuration is required.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and projects and to work independently.
• 1-year+ professional software development experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a US citizen, possess be able to maintain an active Secret clearance.
• Must be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.

Responsibilities

• Software Development & Optimization: Support the design and implementation of software solutions, ensuring high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code.
• Documentation & Communication: Responsible for creation of detailed technical documentation, including system designs, APIs, and architectural diagrams.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with managers, hardware engineers, network engineers, and other stakeholders to implement system requirements and ensure seamless Integration between software, hardware, and network components.
• Innovation & Technology Evaluation: Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends, new tools, frameworks, and methodologies that improve the development process and system performance.

Skills

Object‑oriented programming

Python

PowerShell

Unix/Linux

Windows cmd

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Gitlab CI/CD

Gradle

Jira

Job description

Leidos Defense Sensors’ Uncrewed Systems Integration and Test group seeks a motivated Junior Software Engineer to join the S3I Joint Technology Center – Systems Integration Lab, focusing on the design, development, and integration of UAS software in a collaborative lab environment.

The role requires a BS in computer science (or related) with 2–4 years of experience or an MS with 1–2 years, strong OO programming (Java/C++/C#), Gitlab CI/CD, scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell), and familiarity