Software Developer – C++ / Ada / Missile Defense

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

ESOP

Job summary

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Software Developer in Huntsville, AL to support the GMD Weapon System (GWS) Fire Control Engagement Planner team.

The role requires C++ or Ada, MATLAB, Python, Unix/Linux, and an active Secret clearance. Responsibilities include modernizing legacy software, translating Ada to C++, and implementing new Engagement Planner capabilities while reviewing requirements and test cases.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM.
• 2 years related experience with Bachelors or 0 with Masters; total exp <=10 years.
• Experience with Ada or C++.
• Experience solving math/physics-based problems.
• Experience with MATLAB and Python.
• Experience with Unix/Linux.
• Ability to read and interpret modeling and simulation.
• Ability to work in-person in a closed-area environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test software for GWS Fire Control Engagement Planner.
• Modernize legacy software and translate Ada code to C++.
• Analyze math/physics-based algorithms and optimization solutions.
• Develop software using Ada and C++ in Unix/Linux environments.
• Use MATLAB and Python to support development, analysis, modeling, and testing.
• Review requirements and test cases for Engagement Planner capabilities.
• Collaborate with teams to implement and validate capabilities.
• Support software for GMD Weapon System (GWS) and MDA missions.

Skills

C++

Ada

MATLAB

Python

Unix/Linux

Modeling & Simulation

Missile Defense

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree (0+ yrs) or 2 yrs related exp

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Software Developer

C++ | Ada | Missile Defense

Full-Time with an Employee Owned and Best Places to Work Contractor

Onsite in Huntsville, AL | Schedule: 9x80

We are hiring a Software Developer to support the GMD Weapon System (GWS) Fire Control (GFC) Engagement Planner team, developing and testing complex software capabilities and algorithms for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This cleared defense software engineering role requires experience with C++ or Ada, MATLAB, Python, Unix/Linux, mathematical and physics-based algorithms, optimization algorithms, and modeling and simulation, along with an active Secret security clearance.

This role supports software development and modernization, including translating Ada code to C++, implementing new Engagement Planner capabilities, and reviewing software requirements and test cases. You will contribute to complex, highly visible missile defense systems and fire control solutions supporting GWS mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test software capabilities and algorithms for the GWS Fire Control Engagement Planner.
• Modernize legacy software and translate Ada code to C++.
• Analyze and implement complex mathematics- and physics-based algorithms and optimization solutions.
• Develop and maintain software using Ada and C++ within Unix/Linux environments.
• Use MATLAB and Python to support software development, algorithm analysis, modeling, and testing.
• Read and interpret modeling and simulation outputs and technical information supporting software implementation.
• Review software requirements and test cases developed for Engagement Planner capabilities.
• Collaborate with software developers and technical teams to implement and validate new and existing capabilities.
• Support software solutions and algorithms delivered for GMD Weapon System (GWS) and Missile Defense Agency (MDA) mission requirements.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship Required
• Active Secret security clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field.
• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of related experience or Master’s degree with 0 years of related experience; experience not to exceed 10 years.
• Recent demonstrated software development experience using Ada or C++.
• Experience solving complex mathematics- and physics-based problems.
• Experience analyzing and implementing optimization algorithms.
• Recent experience with MATLAB and Python.
• Experience with Unix/Linux operating systems.
• Ability to read and interpret modeling and simulation.
• Ability to support an in-person, closed-area work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience solving complex mathematics- and physics-based problems involving the development of fire control solutions.
• Advanced experience with Linux, scripting, and system operations.
• Previous experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs and/or systems.
• Experience with automated software requirements testing and analysis.
• Experience with software containerization and orchestration, including Kubernetes, Helm Charts, and Docker.
• Experience with Agile project management tools, including Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD automation, and continuous deployment using tools and technologies such as Jenkins, Ansible, Git, and GitLab.

Benefits & Compensation

Full-Time position with an Employee-Owned company offering a comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Short-Term and Long-term Disability, and Life Insurance, FSA, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) Plan with company match, Tuition and Training Reimbursement, and Incentive Compensation. Estimated Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 (Based on factors such as Government labor categories (LCATs) education, experience, geographic location, etc.)

What to Expect

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have achieved our vision by building long‑term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We are honored to have been named a contender for the Best Places to Work award from the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber of Commerce since 2020 and recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents since 2022. This designation underscores our ongoing commitment to fostering a workplace culture that supports working parents and their families.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer

\"We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”