Senior Software Systems Engineer, TS/SCI with Poly

Redhorsecorp

Chantilly (VA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Redhorse Corporation seeks a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Software Systems Engineering to design, research, and develop highly advanced applications that create new product and business opportunities for government clients.

This visionary role leverages scientific analysis and mathematical modeling to bridge engineering research with strategic goals, supporting business capture efforts and high-level capability briefings.

Qualifications

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with 12+ years of experience OR a Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience.
Proven expertise as a recognized authority in software systems engineering and research.
Experience leading business capture efforts and delivering technical capability briefings.

Responsibilities

Act as a recognized expert within the company to design and develop highly advanced applications that drive new business opportunities.
Lead efforts to capture new business through technical work, research, and high-level capability briefings for senior government stakeholders.
Conduct advanced research in the design, development, testing, and utilization of electronic data processing software.
Design and document applications software and systems that contain complex logical and mathematical solutions.
Lead multidisciplinary research initiatives, collaborating with equipment designers and hardware engineers on the utilization of data processing systems.
Determine computer user needs and analyze system capabilities to resolve critical problems regarding program intent and programming controls.
Design and develop low-level system software, including compilers, assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems.
Prepare expert-level operating instructions and ensure all software standards are developed and enforced across projects.
Analyze user needs and requirements to determine design feasibility within strict time and cost constraints.
Confer with systems analysts and engineers to manage high-level project limitations, performance requirements, and interfaces.
Use scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict outcomes and measure the consequences of complex system designs.
Coordinate large-scale software system installations and monitor equipment to ensure all specifications and performance metrics are met.