SR SOFTWARE ENGINEER - GSMS with Security Clearance

ASD; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ASD seeks a Senior Software Engineer to support ground solutions in a SCIF in Redondo Beach, CA. You will work on C++ software across multiple subsystems within an agile IPT, designing, coding, and testing new capabilities for mission-focused software used on CONUS/OCONUS sites.

Qualifications include a STEM degree with 5–8 years of experience, advanced C++ skills, and the ability to obtain SCI. On-site work in a restricted facility and active SSBI/SCI eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in a STEM field with related SW experience or equivalent.
• Strong C++ OO programming and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with RHEL, Linux tooling and source control (Git).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain C++ software in a fast-paced agile team.
• Design, code, and unit test new software capabilities.
• Collaborate with SMEs and engineers across subsystems.
• Troubleshoot issues and turn over fixes for DRs.

Skills

C++ programming

Object-oriented programming

Python

Java

Perl

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Agile/scrum familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Git

Confluence

Jira

Bitbucket

Bamboo

Job description

Senior Software Engineer to support our Ground Solutions and Mission Support (GSMS) Software (SW) Integrated Project Team (IPT). The SW IPT is a large restricted group executing across both Development and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contracts and focuses on the development and sustainment of several mission operational SW product lines, as well as the development of new capabilities as coordinated with their restricted SCI Customer. The SW IPT is a large team comprising of multiple subsystems, each with a specialized SW focus. This position is 100% on-site in a Sensitive Compartmented Investigation Facility (SCIF) located in Redondo Beach, CA. We are looking for an energetic and passionate software engineer to join our diverse and highly skilled team as we work to provide innovative solutions to complex issues in support of our Customer’s national security mission in the areas of Next Generation Ground Systems, Ground Element Modernization (GEM), and SW deliveries to CONUS and OCONUS operational sites.

Responsibilities:

• Perform as a C++ SW developer in a fast-paced agile team environment comprised of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) VMs, servers, and workstations
• Design, code, and unit test new SW capabilities per Mathematical Algorithm Requirements (MARs)
• Identify, troubleshoot, and provide/turnover SW fixes to Discrepancy Reports (DRs)
• Collaborate with SW IPT subject matter experts (SMEs) and senior staff engineers across multiple SW subsystems

Basic Qualifications for Software Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 - 8 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3 – 6 years of experience or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 1 – 4 years of experience. An additional 4 years of relevant SW experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Active SSBI required at the time of application, and the ability to obtain SCI prior to start date
• Advanced Object-Oriented programming skills and proficiency with C++ programming
• Knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system
• Demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Qualifications for Software Engineer:

• DevSecOps Test Automation experience
• Experience with programming/scripting languages: C. C++. Java, Python, Perl
• Strong in math and algorithms
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with all levels of employees, management, and stakeholders
• Previous participation on an Agile scrum team or familiarity with the Agile process
• Familiarity with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira, Bitbucket, Bamboo)
• Experience developing in a Linux environment using git
• Active SCI security clearance