Principal Software Engineer - Missile Defense Systems

TCS; Alabama; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

TCS in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join the GMD program. You will contribute as an individual on the GMD Fire Control product, working with a team to develop and sustain the GMD system in a fast-paced, in-office environment.

Remote work is not available. The role requires strong C/Java/Ada skills, DoD Secret clearance, and the ability to explain complex math and physics based solutions that support the threat assessment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in STEM + 5 years experience or Masters 3+ years or PhD + 1 year experience.
• Experience developing software in C, Java or Ada.
• Willingness to become proficient with Ada.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Support the GMD Weapons System as an individual contributor on the GMD Fire Control product.
• Understand, implement and test existing and new capabilities and algorithms used for GWS.
• Contribute to the software used to evaluate and manage the threat scene for the missile defense system.

Skills

C

Java

Ada

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD

Tools

Linux scripting

MATLAB

Python

Jira/Confluence

Git/GitLab

DevSecOps tools

Job description

TCS in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join the GMD program. You will contribute as an individual on the GMD Fire Control product, working with a team to develop and sustain the GMD system in a fast-paced, in-office environment.

Remote work is not available. The role requires strong C/Java/Ada skills, DoD Secret clearance, and the ability to explain complex math and physics based solutions that support the threat assessment.