Software Engineer

Leidos Inc; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc. in Beavercreek, OH is seeking a cleared Software Engineer to support diverse defense programs, including Air Force labs, through software design, development and integration. The role emphasizes testing, documentation, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications include a B.S. in software/computer engineering or related field with 4+ years of experience, US citizenship and TS/SCI clearance, plus programming in C++, Java, Python or Go and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer engineering or related field with 4+ years of experience, or Master’s with 2+ years.
• US citizenship is required.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Experience programming in C++, Java, Python, Go.
• Experience in systems integration, maintenance and troubleshooting of complex systems.
• Experience in SIL environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain mission-critical software for national defense and intelligence products.
• Participate in laboratory, ground and flight testing to validate software.
• Document and communicate proposed software solutions with cross-functional teams.
• Stay up to date on state-of-the-art programming techniques and software technologies.
• Participate in design and code reviews to ensure quality.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Go

Education

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Docker

Podman

Kubernetes

Job description

Description

Leidos is looking for a cleared Software Engineer to work in our Beavercreek, OH office within the Non‑Kinetic Effects Business Area, part of the Defense Sector. The role involves supporting diverse programs across the Defense industry, including work with the Air Force Research Lab and Air Force Lifecycle Management Center, through software design and development, hardware interfacing and integration, laboratory experimentation, ground and flight testing of next‑generation solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain mission‑critical software for national defense and intelligence gathering products for airborne and ground‑based systems.
• Participate in laboratory, ground and flight testing to validate software.
• Document and communicate proposed software solutions with cross‑functional engineering teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Stay up to date on state‑of‑the‑art programming techniques and software technologies.
• Participate in software design and code reviews to ensure delivery of quality products and enhance skillsets.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer engineering or related field and 4+ years of prior relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in the above field with 2+ years of experience.
• US Citizen.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.
• Experience programming in C++, Java, Python, Go.
• Experienced in systems integration, maintenance and troubleshooting of complex system problems.
• Experience working in a SIL environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Strong desire to grow and learn new technologies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing network infrastructure.
• Familiar with Agile methodologies (SCRUM or Kanban).
• Experience with Atlassian tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket.
• Experience with model and simulation environments for support of simulation and test.
• Experience with Live and Virtual Constructive environments.
• Familiarity with DoD Open Architectures such as OMS and SOSA.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Podman.
• Experience with Kubernetes.
• Experience developing and deploying to offline environments.
• Strong understanding of Linux systems.
• Experience with Unit Testing and CI/CD.
• Strong understanding of IP‑based network protocols such as TCP, UDP, HTTP.
• Prior experience working with the DoD.

Pay Range

$87,100.00 - $157,450.00

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.