Software Developer (WSCE)-Journeyman

American Electronic Warfare Associates, Incorporated; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance

Sign-on bonuses

Employee wellness program

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Software Developer (WSCE) - Journeyman in Patuxent Highland, Maryland. The role involves developing and integrating software for training simulators, requiring a BS degree in Computer Science or Engineering and at least 3 years of software development experience, particularly in C/C++. This position mandates on-site work and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. A competitive salary range of $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in software development.
• Experience with scripting and databases in a scaled agile environment.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop software for an advanced synthetic training environment.
• Integrate software into flight simulators for pilot training.
• Support software development and demonstrations.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Software development using CMake

Scripting languages (Bash, Python3)

Familiarity with Git and Jira

Education

BS Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

The Position:

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Software Developer (WSCE)-Journeyman to support Battlespace Modeling & Simulation. The salary range of this position is $105,000.00 - $135,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location:

Patuxent River, MD, located in the California-Lexington Park area, is Maryland’s #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers. To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit: www.visitstmarysmd.com

Position Background:

The Simulation Applications and Architecture (SAA) Branch develops multiple modeling and simulation (M&S) tools in support of warfighter training; test and evaluation (T&E); data analysis; live, virtual, and constructive (LVC); research and development (R&D) activities for DoD agencies and its international partners. The tools include the Global Reusable Interface Domain (GRID), the Weapons Server Common Environment (WSCE), the Simulation Control Executive (SCE), and the Architecture Management Integration Environment (AMIE). The SAA Branch designs, develops, documents, and deploys these products and tools. The Battlespace Division delivers these products as part of an integrated suite of tools called the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) Technical Baseline (JTB); the battlespace for JSE.

A typical day as a Software Developer (WSCE)-Journeyman may include:

• Develops software for an advanced synthetic training environment
• Integrates software into flight simulators to support pilot training against potential threats
• Supports software development, software integration, customer training and demonstrations
• Demonstrates a knowledge of standard programming algorithms, design patterns and object-oriented software design
• Works within existing DevOps environment including automated builds, testing and deployment of software on multiple OS platforms
• Evaluates and reviews C and C++ language code
• Programs using C and C++
• Develops software requiring parallel processing, threading and inter-process communication
• Develops software to simulate complex environments/platforms in real-time
• Collaborates with team members to design future enhancements

Must-haves:

• BS Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering: Degrees in Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace, Software Systems, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering may qualify
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• 3 years of experience with software development using C/C++, CMake and scripting languages (Bash, Python3, etc.)
• 3 years of experience with scripting and databasesFamiliarity with scaled agile software development tools and environments (Git, Jira, etc.)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Special Access Program (SAP) Access
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with scaled agile software development tools and environments (Git, Jira, etc.)
• Experience working in a cross-platform development environment including Windows and Linux
• Experience with modeling and simulation
• Experience with military weapons systems or military air platforms
• Experience within military test or training communities

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must demonstrate a customer‑focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard‑working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team‑oriented culture.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment for this position requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday. Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. On rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.

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Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign‑on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Recruiting department via phone at 301-863-7102 or email at [e-mail].

AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.