Software Developer

ERT, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Entarian is seeking a Software Developer - Space Weather Scientific Software to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Space Warfare Directorate.

Location is Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, NM, with remote options and occasional travel to Kirtland AFB up to 2–3 weeks per year. Requires a US Secret clearance and a BS in CS/CE with 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• US Active Secret clearance required.
• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in software engineering delivering mission-critical systems.
• Familiar with AGILE and make-based build tools; SCM-Git for large-scale development.
• Experience with C/Fortran/C++, and Python in Linux environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and adaptable in a dynamic hybrid R&D and production environment.
• Experience developing cloud-native apps and DevSecOps/Platform Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Researching and developing space weather science phenomenology modeling, prediction, and forecast from science algorithms into operational software.
• Hands-on coding and technical management of customer interactions.
• Designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining space weather software with full lifecycle development.

Skills

C/C++

Python

AGILE

Communication

Education

BS in CS/CE

Tools

Git

Linux

Make

AWS GovCloud

Job description

Software Developer

Type: Full Time W/Benefits Ret Match

Location: US-NM-Albuquerque

Secondary Location: US-Remote

Security Clearance: Secret

Overview/ Job Responsibilities

Entarian is seeking a Software Developer - Space Weather Scientific Software to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Space Warfare Directorate.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Researching and developing space weather science phenomenology modeling, prediction, and forecast from science algorithms/prototypes into operational software applications, and advancing current R2O practices in methodology, processes, tools, etc.
• Hands-on coding as well as technical management of interacting with customers.
• Designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining space weather science applications and perform full life-cycle software development activities.

Work is located at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM, but can be performed remotely with travel to Kirtland AFB up to 2 times per year up to 2-3 weeks.

Salary range: $110,000.00 - $122,000.00

Minimum Qualifications

• US Active Secret level clearance
• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in general software engineering development in delivering mission-critical system applications, preferably science-based systems supporting NOAA/NASA/DoD
• Familiarity with AGILE software development practices with the ability to use and maintain make-based build tools and SCM-Git for large-scale and distributed software development
• Experience in developing with C/Fortran/C++, and Python in Linux environments
• Excellent verbal written communications skills
• Must be self-motivated and adaptable in a dynamic hybrid R&D and production environment
• Experience in developing Cloud-native applications and helping to mature DevSecOps and Platform Engineering practices
• Ability to rescue/reverse-engineer troubled scientific code
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders and gathering detailed user requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Experience or background in space weather science
• Javascript/HTML/CSS web programming experience
• Knowledge in conducting and managing system-level testing
• Knowledgeable about information assurance practices in compliance with best practices security policies and procedures
• Familiarity with research-2-operations (R2O) methodology
• GitOps, and other foundational AWSGovCloud technology

About Us

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.