Software Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a Software Engineer II to design, develop, and test software for aerospace systems. You will work in an agile, cross-functional team to ensure performance and quality, with opportunities to contribute to hardware-software integration and requirements development.

The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and code quality, with a startup-like pace in a mature defense and aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in software development.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Proficiency in C# or Java.
• Engineering principles and practices.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software components for aerospace systems.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex software issues.
• Write and maintain comprehensive code documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Support integration of software with hardware systems.
• Participate in development of software requirements and specifications.

Skills

Programming languages (C#, Java)

Engineering principles

Communication & collaboration

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Software debugging

Code reviews

Hardware integration awareness

Requirements development

Education

BSc in CS/Software Eng or related field

Higher degree may substitute for experience

Tools

Linux (RHEL)

Windows services

DevTools for requirements tracking

Code reviews & static analysis tools

Artifact repositories & automated build

Programming languages: C, C#, C++, Java, Python, Bash

Agile/Scrum / Waterfall / Spiral

Data structures basics

Job description

Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.

Do you enjoy developing new products and services? Join us! Our Software Engineers work in an agile, collective environment. As a Software Engineer II, you will contribute to the design, development, and optimization of software systems for advanced aerospace applications. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets performance and quality standards.

Overview

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software components for aerospace systems.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex software issues.
• Write and maintain comprehensive code documentation.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Support the integration of software with hardware systems.
• Participate in the development of software requirements and specifications.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in experience in software development.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C# or Java.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Proficient with communication and collaboration skills
• Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Linux (RHEL) and windows services
• Knowledge of tactical/moving map software integration
• Knowledge with hardware integration and protocol development
• Understanding of industry standard software languages such as C, C#, C++, HTML, Java, Python, and Bash.
• Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral.
• Basic understanding of data structures.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Hand/finger dexterity for coding and testing.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $94,345.12 - $129,724.54. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Important Notice

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.