NAVAIR Software Engineer/Developer, Lead

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

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

As our next Software Engineer/ Developer for NAVAIR,you'll collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative, mission-critical solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations. Your expertise will help shape cutting-edge systems, enhance national security, and drive technological advancement for our nation.

Responsibilities

• FRC SW will act as a Technical Area Expert (TAE) in the SW Engineering domain to support USN/USMC Category 3 Interim Flight Clearance (IFC) approval for the MQ-9A Reaper effort.
• Modify planning artifacts, track and participate in on-site testing, track results, data review, analysis and relevant IFC signoff of software releases for software sustainment for MQ-9A Air Vehicle / Ground Control software.
• Support follow-on IFCs other related software support and Increment I/Increment II/Future sensor capabilities for MUX/MALE/MQ-9A.
• Track MQ-9A Air Vehicle Software problems/failures and update impact assessments of system and monitor growth/cost.
• Monitor software deliverables for MQ-9A Air Vehicle / Ground Control System / Support Equipment software.
• Monitor MQ-9A SW Schedule, contractor IMS progress, and report deviations to PMA-266 SW lead/CHENG.

Qualifications

• Must have a DoD Secret clearance, with ability to obtain an Interim Top Secret to start. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Will also require a courier card for travel.
• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of related work experience.
• Occasional CONUS travel will be required.
• Knowledge in being a Technical Area Expert (TAE) in SW Engineering domain to support USN/USMC Category 3 Interim Flight Clearance (IFC) approval for the MQ-9A Reaper effort.
• Knowledge in software tools to
• Monitor software deliverables for MQ-9A Air Vehicle / Ground Control System / Support Equipment software.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $157,000.00/Yr. - USD $197,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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