Sr. Software Developer

Via Logic LLC; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Sr. Software Development Engineer to join the ERAM project, a core FAA NextGen ATC system. You will develop and maintain the FlightDeck middleware, work across Ada95/C++ on UNIX/Linux, and automate tasks using KSH/Perl/Python while coordinating with Systems Engineering.

The role focuses on modernizing the ATC control system and enhancing availability, performance, and integration with hardware upgrades and security updates across multiple tech layers.

Qualifications

• CS or CE degree.
• Proficient in multiple programming languages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Able to debug and solve problems.
• 4–8 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Modernize the ATC control system for ERAM availability and performance.
• Migrate hardware, software, OS levels, firmware, security for ERAM.
• Improve collaboration and decision-making for flight controllers.
• Develop FAA air traffic control software (Ada95/C++) on UNIX/Linux; automate with KSH/PERL/PYTHON.
• Perform software development for the ERAM system.
• Coordinate solutions with Systems Engineering.
• Develop new capabilities and upgrades to common services via the FlightDeck API.
• Leverage AI/ML concepts to improve SW processes and capabilities.

Skills

C++

Ada

Linux/UNIX

Scripting (KSH/Perl/Python)

Debugging

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Linux OS

Ansible

NetApp

Job description

Overview

Leidos is seeking a Sr. Software Development Engineer who will be a member of a dynamic team working on the Federal Aviation Administration’s En-Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) system, which is the heart of the Next Generation Air Traffic Control System. ERAM is vital to air navigation, providing the backbone foundational platform for all ATC Systems.

Developers on ERAM support new system capabilities/enhancements requested by the FAA and system upgrades based on Tech Refresh initiatives. ERAM also enables increased air traffic flow as the need for additional capabilities evolve. Leidos is looking for developers for the ERAM middleware layer which we refer to as “FlightDeck”.

Flight Deck capabilities

• Real-Time Programming on High Availability Systems
• Multi-threaded programming
• Low Level Operating Systems (Linux) - Customization, RPMs, Firmware, Unix Command Line
• SW/HW Integration, NetApp, Hardware, Ansible Playbooks, automation (scripting languages)
• Low level communication software (TCP-IP, UDP, SCTP)
• Support of Common Services utilized by ERAM Application teams
• System Maintenance Concepts

Primary Responsibilities

• Modernizing the AT control system by improving the availability and performance of the ERAM system.
• Supporting ERAM as it continues to migrate upgrade hardware, software, OS levels, firmware, security, and CAS. Detailed knowledge of Linux OS and OS concepts desirable.
• Optimizing the experience for the flying public, Air Traffic Control, and the airline industry by improving the collaboration and decision-making capabilities of flight controllers.
• Develop Maintain FAA air traffic control software (primarily Ada95/C++) on a UNIX/Linux platform. Leverage (KSH/PERL/PYTHON) for automation capabilities.
• Performing software development as needed for the ERAM system.
• Coordinate Solutions with Systems Engineering.
• Coordinate the development of new capabilities and upgrade to common services provided the applications via the FlightDeck API.
• Leverage AI/ML concepts to improve SW processes and capabilities.

Basic Qualifications

• Computer Science or Computer Engineering Degree
• Demonstrated Software Development Skills/Capabilities
• Excellent Verbal and Communication Skills
• Flexibility in working across multiple SW languages
• Demonstrated ability to debug and solve problems
• A Strong Desire to Learn & Improve your Technical Capabilities
• 4-8 Years work experience in a Computer Science related position (outside academic experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Work Experience in a Technical organization performing Software Engineering Tasks.
• Previous Software Experience working Air Traffic Control Programs
• Leadership Skills & Experience

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.