MQ-9A Software Engineer - Flight-Critical Systems

American Systems; California (MD); On-site; USD 157,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Insurance programs

Education and training assistance

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Software Engineer/Developer for NAVAIR to deliver mission-critical software that supports naval aviation operations. You will collaborate with engineers to advance air vehicle and ground control software for defense programs.

Ideal candidates hold a DoD Secret clearance (Interim Top Secret possible), a Bachelor's degree, and 10+ years of related experience. Occasional CONUS travel is expected, with growth opportunities in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a DoD Secret clearance, with ability to obtain an Interim Top Secret to start.
• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of related work experience.
• Occasional CONUS travel will be required.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Technical Area Expert (TAE) in SW Engineering to support IFC approval for MQ-9A Reaper.
• Modify planning artifacts, track on-site testing, review data, and sign off software releases for MQ-9A air vehicle/ground control software.
• Support follow-on IFCs and future sensor capabilities for MQ-9A/MUX/MALE.
• Monitor MQ-9A software deliverables and schedule, reporting deviations to SW leadership.

Skills

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Software Engineer/Developer for NAVAIR to deliver mission-critical software that supports naval aviation operations. You will collaborate with engineers to advance air vehicle and ground control software for defense programs.

Ideal candidates hold a DoD Secret clearance (Interim Top Secret possible), a Bachelor's degree, and 10+ years of related experience. Occasional CONUS travel is expected, with growth opportunities in a collaborative, mission-focused environment.