Tactical C-UAS Software Architect (Secure Cloud & C2)

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Tactical Software Systems Engineer for the Counter‑UAS Network Communication System. You will develop and modernize software enabling secure, remote management, cloud integration, and tactical communications for SHORAD missions.

The role covers full lifecycle engineering—from architecture updates to cybersecurity support—strengthening the Army's ability to detect and defeat UAS threats in degraded environments. Active Secret clearance required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in CS, Software/Computer/Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) and 10+ years tactical/embedded software experience.
• Strong development experience in C, C++, Python, Java.
• Proven background in complex software architecture design/modification.
• Experience with secure network comms, encryption, MFA, access control.
• Experience developing software for DIL/contested cloud environments.
• Experience with remote C2, monitoring, and configuration software.
• Current Secret clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity, secure coding, and RMF/ATO.
• Strong technical writing and ability to brief Government stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and upgrade existing C‑UAS software architecture.
• Design/modify tactical software components, interfaces, and data flows.
• Develop secure communication protocols (encryption, MFA, access control).
• Build cloud‑integrated data collection/transfer software for DIL environments.
• Create remote command‑and‑control and monitoring tools (centralized & distributed).
• Integrate, test, and validate software in simulated contested conditions.
• Support cybersecurity, RMF/ATO activities, and patch/security updates.
• Present technical results and maintain system requirements documentation.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS, Software/Computer/Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

DIL/contested cloud environments

RMF/ATO

Job description

Leidos in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a Tactical Software Systems Engineer for the Counter‑UAS Network Communication System. You will develop and modernize software enabling secure, remote management, cloud integration, and tactical communications for SHORAD missions.

The role covers full lifecycle engineering—from architecture updates to cybersecurity support—strengthening the Army's ability to detect and defeat UAS threats in degraded environments. Active Secret clearance required.