M&S Software Engineer - Missile Defense Tools

DESE Research, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Flexible work schedules

Two flexible spending accounts

Company paid life insurance

Performance bonus program

Education reimbursement

Paid time off for volunteering

401k profit sharing

Job summary

DESE Research, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL to design, develop, and enhance M&S tools for the Missile Defense Agency's GMD program.

You will integrate supplier models, contribute to STRATSIM/IRM products, and advance the software lifecycle with emphasis on quality and timeliness. Ideal candidates have strong C++, JavaScript, and scripting skills, familiarity with Linux/Windows environments, and an Active Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or other relevant field
• 5-15 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency with C++, makefiles, JavaScript, Twisted (for GUI development), python scripting
• Demonstrable understanding of software principles, theories, and concepts related to software engineering (including software development lifecycle and software development process), design patterns, Object-Oriented design and programming
• Experience with Agile development methodologies (sprints, backlog, team collaboration, etc)
• Familiarity with GitLab source code management/project management tools
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows programming environments
• Desire for code quality, not only in writing well-crafted code, but participating in sprint planning, unit tests, and documentation in the process
• Active Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance simulation framework code
• Integrate supplier-provided models and data sources
• Develop software for STRATSIM and IRM tools (Medium Fidelity Simulation)
• Support GMD program delivery and MDA customer needs
• Collaborate in an Agile environment and contribute to the software lifecycle

Skills

C++

Makefiles

JavaScript

Twisted

Python

SDLC

Agile

GitLab

Linux

Windows

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Jira

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

DESE Research, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL to design, develop, and enhance M&S tools for the Missile Defense Agency's GMD program.

You will integrate supplier models, contribute to STRATSIM/IRM products, and advance the software lifecycle with emphasis on quality and timeliness. Ideal candidates have strong C++, JavaScript, and scripting skills, familiarity with Linux/Windows environments, and an Active Secret Clearance.