Senior Software Engineer

Precise Systems, Inc.; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Precise Systems seeks a Senior Software Engineer for NSWC Dahlgren. You will design, develop, and integrate real-time software for weapon systems and shipboard platforms, applying best practices in IV&V, cyber security, and safety.

The role emphasizes C++, C#, Rust, Python, and Simulink in a Linux/Windows environment, with Docker/Podman containerization and Agile methods. U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field.
• 10 years of software design, development and engineering experience.
• 3+ years containerized environment experience (Docker/Podman).
• 5+ years in weapons systems software, Linux/Windows, and shipboard system integration.
• Experience with IV&V, Navy software safety, and cyber security requirements.

Skills

Software design

Real-time systems

Object oriented design

Agile methodology

Information Assurance/Cyber Security

IV&V

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer/software engineering or computer science

Tools

Docker

Podman

C++

C#

Rust

JAVA

Python

Simulink

GNAT Ada compiler

VxWorks

Tornado

JavaScript/TypeScript

Job description

Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation’s most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future.
Precise Systems seeks a Senior Software Engineer for NSWC Dahlgren.

Required Education

• Bachelor or higher degree from an accredited university in engineering, computer/software engineering or computer science.

Required Experience

• Ten (10) years of experience in software design, development and engineering applied to program and system level development
• Three (3) years concurrent progressive experience developing applications in a containerized environment (such as Docker and Podman)
• Five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the following areas:
• Developing weapons systems and subsystem level software products, databases (Oracle, MSAccess, etc)
• LINUX and MS Windows operating systems and interfaces
• Electronic Warfare Systems and other Shipboard systems
• Combat system integration and system architecture
• Navy Software Safety and industry best programming practices
• Modeling and/or simulations, real-time system control architectures, interface coding, Information Assurance/Cyber Security requirements, Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) experience
• Ability to code in programming languages and tools such as: in C++; C #; Rust; JAVA; Simu-Link; Python; GNAT Ada compiler; VxWorks; Tornado; JavaScript/TypeScript
• Developing software to communicate with other hardware using protocols such as: Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)/ Internet Protocol (IP), User Datagram Protocol (UDP), Real-Time Innovations (RTI) Data Distribution Service (DDS), and Product Line Architecture (PLA), and serial communications
• Object Oriented software design concepts
• Agile methodology

Security Clearance and Citizenship

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Company Culture and Equal Opportunity

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.

Required Skills

Required Experience