Software Engineer

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies in Crane, IN seeks an experienced Software Engineer to join our team. The Senior Engineer will research, design, develop and test OS-level software, compilers and network distribution software for military computing applications.

A Master’s degree is preferred; a BA/BS in Computer Science or related field is required, with 10+ years of software engineering experience. Strong communication, teamwork and reliability are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum of ten years of software engineering experience.
• Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties with minimal supervision and management intervention.
• Set operational specifications and analyze software requirements.
• Design embedded systems software using computer science, engineering and mathematical analysis.
• Complete testing of programs, document steps and maintain operator instructions.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
• Work well independently or as part of a team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

10+ years of software engineering experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Bowhead seeks a Software Engineer to join our team in Crane, IN. The Senior Software Engineer will research, design, develop and test operating systems level software, compilers and network distribution software for military computing applications.

Essential functions

• Performing duties with minimal supervision and management intervention.
• Setting operational specifications as well as formulating and analyzing software requirements.
• Design embedded systems software using the principals of computer science, engineering and mathematical analysis.
• Complete testing of programs, documenting all steps and maintaining operator instructions for programs developed and modified.
• Other duties as assigned.
• A Master’s degree is preferred; however a BA/S in Computer Science, Engineering or related field is required.
• A minimum of ten years (10+) years of experience in a Software Engineering position is required.
• Qualified candidates must have demonstrable experience in meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts. To receive and respond to instructions/assignments, must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. Current Secret clearance holder are highly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.