Software Engineer

Job Title: Software Engineer

Job Description

This role focuses on developing, maintaining, and upgrading software solutions for tactical radar systems as part of a collaborative agile team. You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, from design and implementation through testing, integration, and verification, while adhering to established processes and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance software for tactical systems, with a focus on radar-related capabilities.

• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, testing, and verification.

• Apply object-oriented programming principles using C++ and, where applicable, Java to build robust, maintainable software components.

• Perform system integration and hardware–software integration activities to ensure seamless operation within embedded systems.

• Execute system test and verification activities to validate functionality, performance, and reliability against requirements.

• Work within an agile development environment, collaborating closely with a small team to plan, estimate, and deliver features and fixes.

• Use configuration management tools such as ClearCase to manage source code, baselines, and changes.

• Leverage tools like Jira to track work items, defects, and progress, ensuring transparency and traceability.

• Implement and maintain automated unit tests using xUnit or similar frameworks to support continuous quality assurance.

• Follow CMMI Level 5 software development processes, documentation standards, and review practices to ensure high-quality deliverables.

• Contribute to technical reviews, including design, code, and test reviews, and address feedback in a timely manner.

• Collaborate with system engineers, testers, and other stakeholders to resolve integration issues and improve overall system performance.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• Strong object-oriented programming (OOP) skills.

• Proficiency in C++ with object-oriented design and implementation.

• Experience with system integration and hardware–software integration.

• Experience with system testing and verification activities.

• Hands-on experience with Linux and/or Unix environments.

• Ability to work effectively in an agile software development environment.

• Eligibility to obtain and hold at least an Interim Secret-level clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Java for object-oriented software development.

• Experience working in a product-based development environment.

• Familiarity with ClearCase or similar configuration management tools.

• Experience using Jira or comparable issue and project tracking tools.

• Experience with xUnit or similar unit testing frameworks.

• Prior experience developing within a CMMI Level 5 environment.

• Experience supporting radar or other tactical systems is a plus.

Work Environment

You will work in a small, cleared office environment as part of a close-knit team supporting AEGIS-related radar work for destroyer platforms. The team follows agile practices and uses industry-standard tools such as ClearCase for configuration management, Jira for work tracking, and xUnit frameworks for testing. The role involves working with embedded systems in Linux/Unix environments and adhering to CMMI Level 5 processes. The schedule offers flexibility, with options such as 4/10s or 9/80s, supporting a healthy work–life balance in a focused, collaborative setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2026.

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