Senior Associate, Software Engineer 41386

Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense

Job Category: Information Technology - Other IT

Job Details

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and cleared Senior Associate Software/Integration Engineer to join our team in support of software integration, deployment, testing, and troubleshooting efforts within a Linux-based environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with Python, JavaScript or Java, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines, and demonstrates the ability to collaborate effectively across software and infrastructure teams. Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools is expected. You will work to develop secure cloud applications in mission-critical environments where resilience, reliability and operational speed matter. You ll partner directly with customers and engineers to translate mission needs into practical software capabilities that protect information and deliver an intelligence advantage.

Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance and obtain CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent within 90 days of hire. This position may also require occasional travel to Patrick Space Force Base.

Key Responsibilities:

Leverage experience in cloud development with a strong preference for expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to build robust cloud-based applications.

Demonstrate familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments, which is highly desired for this role.

Ensure that the applications are scalable, secure, and cost-effective by utilizing the best practices and services provided by AWS.

Engage in daily interactions with customers to understand their requirements and provide suitable cloud-based solutions.

Produce detailed documentation to support the design, development, and deployment processes, ensuring clarity and reproducibility.

Adapt to support various mission areas, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to achieving mission success.

Qualifications:

Bachelor s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.

Active TS/SCI clearance.

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD IAT Level II certification required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Additional Skills:

Prior field experience.

Cloud development experience with a strong preference for expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments is highly desired.

Experience in designing, developing, and deploying cloud-based applications using AWS services.

Experience with AI-assisted development tools.

Experience working in a dynamic team environment.

Experience working with full stack web development.

Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]
Active TS

Security Clearance Required: Yes

Visa Candidate Considered: No

Compensation

Base Salary - USD $74,500 to $138,500

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Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate

Commission Compensation - No

Bonus Eligible - No

Overtime Eligible - No

Interview Travel Reimbursed - No

Candidate Details

2+ to 5 years experience

Seniority Level - Mid-Senior

Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Willingness to Travel - Occasionally

Screening Questions
Do you have an active TS clearance?