Software Engineer I

LSI, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LSI, Inc. seeks an entry-level Software Engineer I to help analyze, design, and implement real-time software for operator and maintenance training devices. You will participate in peer reviews, document issues, and support project reviews while adhering to the Software Development Plan.

The role requires C++/C#, UNIX/Linux experience, and a willingness to obtain a security clearance when needed. Unreal and Unity exposure are a plus in a dynamic, employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level software analysis, design, and implementation for training devices.
• Proficiency in real-time software development and interfaces for training systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance when required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and implement real-time training software components.
• Participate in peer reviews and comply with the Software Development Plan.
• Support colleagues by documenting discrepancies and actions taken.
• Contribute to project reviews and communicate status and issues clearly.
• Assist in training level of effort estimates for customers.
• Safely handle government-furnished equipment and materials.

Skills

C++

C#

Self-motivated

Quick learner

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in computer science or related field

AA/AS in related field + 2 years experience

High school diploma + 4 years experience

Tools

MS Visual Studio

OpenGL

Unity

Unreal Engine

Unix/Linux

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Job Title

SOFTWARE ENGINEER I

Location

Job Type

Full-Time

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Travel

Up to 10%

Security Clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Job Description

About LSI

LSI is an employee-owned company that employs dynamic teams of professionals – people with the finest technical expertise, a level of passionate creativity, and a truly visionary outlook who deliver innovative training solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations. Everyone at LSI has a personal stake in our success. LSI has over 300 training support experts, engineers, and craftsmen on staff who develop state-of-the-art high-fidelity training devices, complex computer-based, highly interactive distributed learning products, and comprehensive, dynamic technical publications. LSI employee-owners collaborate to deliver training products and services for a myriad of programs and customers, using leading-edge technology and proven processes.

Mission

Our mission is to prepare our military and allies to be battle-ready through cutting-edge training products and services.

Vision

Our vision is to be the premier provider of military training solutions, renowned for our innovation and excellence. Through employee-ownership and teamwork, we will shape a future where every military service member is equipped to succeed in their mission.

ESOP Sustainability:

We do everything within our control to meet project budgets and schedules, so our ESOP prospers.

Take Ownership:

Each Employee-Owner takes ownership at the individual level for their words, actions, and results. Individual ownership breeds accountability. Accountability breeds trust. When we hold ourselves accountable and trust our fellow employee-owners to do the same, we realize success.

Clear Communication:

We project confidence in our communication using unambiguous language and providing clear purpose and direction.

Pursuit of Excellence:

We aggressively pursue continuous improvement both as teams and individual employee-owners. We strive to get better every day. There is no room for mediocrity.

Pride in Our Work:

We know the value of our work and are proud of what we produce.

Customer Focus:

Customers are both internal and external and we strive to give both our best efforts.

Assume Positive Intent:

Assume others are well-intentioned in their actions and seek additional information about the circumstances to help solve problems. Assuming positive intent in all interactions is the key to building strong teams and working together to solve problems.

One Voice:

Every Employee-Owner is expected to speak up if they have an idea for improvement or if they disagree with a potential course of action. Once a decision is made, the entire team commits to it and moves forward with one voice.

General Summary

The Software Engineer I performs entry-level software analysis, design, and implementation of user-computer interfaces for training devices and systems developed for operator and maintenance training.

Essential Job Functions

• Analyzes, designs, and implements real-time software for operator and maintenance training.
• Performs in-house software review processes including peer review and compliance with an approved Software Development Plan.
• Assists the other team members to ensure all discrepancies and actions taken to resolve discrepancies are accurately recorded and resolved prior to releasing products to customer.
• Participates in project reviews, briefs project status and engineering issues, and ensures discrepancies noted by the reviewing authority are recorded as appropriate action items.
• Assists in the development of training level of effort estimates for customers.
• Must be capable of safely handling government-furnished equipment and materials.
• Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient with C++ and/or C# is required.
• Experience with UNIX/LINUX operating systems is preferred.
• Experience with MS Visual Studio and Open GL is preferred.
• Experience with Unity/Unreal is preferred.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must be a quick learner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in computer simulation, engineering, game development, or a similar field is preferred; or
• AA/AS degree in a related field and two (2) years of experience in a programming or engineering field; or
• High school diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in a programming or engineering field.
• Unreal Engine 5 experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.