Software Engineer (Army Tactical Network)

The Lockwood Group; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lockwood Group is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain software for Army tactical network and C5ISR systems at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. You will work with analysts, engineers, and government stakeholders to translate operational requirements into scalable software solutions.

The role emphasizes strong software architecture, structured development, and delivering mission‑critical applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant software development experience.
• Experience analyzing user requirements and developing software architecture solutions.
• Experience conducting testing and debugging activities.
• Experience developing software documentation and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications supporting engineering and tactical network systems
• Analyze user requirements and translate them into software architecture and functional specifications
• Develop tools, interfaces, and embedded software components
• Design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution applications
• Conduct unit, integration, and system-level testing to identify and resolve software defects
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including user guides and system specifications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software functionality, performance, and security across platforms
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and implement updates based on user feedback

Skills

Software development

Requirements analysis

Testing & debugging

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Software Engineer (Army Tactical Network)

Project Overview – PTSS C5ISR Hardware & Software Program

The Lockwood Group supports a C5ISR hardware and software program for a U.S. Army customer located at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. This effort provides product technical support services for systems and equipment produced, fielded, modified, or sustained under PdM Network Modernization (NetMod) and PdM Mission Network within the Project Manager Tactical Network (PM TN), Program Executive Office C3T (PEO C3T).

The program supports the development, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical tactical network capabilities to maintain the Army’s technological advantage.

Position Overview

The Software Developer will design, develop, test, and maintain software applications supporting tactical network and C5ISR systems. This role works closely with analysts, engineers, and Government stakeholders to translate operational requirements into scalable, reliable software solutions.

The position requires strong software architecture skills, experience in structured development environments, and the ability to support mission-focused applications within DoD programs.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain software applications supporting engineering and tactical network systems

Analyze user requirements and translate them into software architecture and functional specifications

Develop tools, interfaces, and embedded software components

Design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution applications

Conduct unit, integration, and system-level testing to identify and resolve software defects

Create and maintain technical documentation, including user guides and system specifications

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software functionality, performance, and security across platforms

Identify opportunities for system improvements and implement updates based on user feedback

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in software development

Experience analyzing user requirements and developing software architecture solutions

Experience conducting testing and debugging activities

Experience developing software documentation and technical specifications

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 5 years supporting software development within Department of Defense programs

Experience developing embedded systems software

Experience supporting tactical network or C5ISR systems

Experience supporting programs at Aberdeen Proving Ground

Why Join The Lockwood Group

The Lockwood Group offers a competitive benefits package, including Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, health and wellness, various optional add-on benefits, and a retirement 401(k) plan with Company match.