Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Bowhead is seeking a software engineer to join the advanced hypersonic weapons & guided munitions division (E20) to support software development of naval gun weapons systems in Dahlgren, VA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design data analysis scripts in MATLAB or Python, as well as methods and tools to review and analyze data from various testing efforts

• Design and develop analysis material, root cause analysis, analyzing data as well and preparing visual reports to include two- and three-dimensional plots, and presenting the findings of the analysis to help in proving system methods, capabilities and readiness of the system

• Testing and operating distributed systems during internal verification and validation sprints and/or field testing

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering, scientific or technical discipline and two (2)+ years of experience; additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• Must be competent in the development of MATLAB or Python scripts to process large amount of structured data files as well as processing the data files.

• Testing and evaluation experience.

• Ability to communicate with all levels of team members on the project.

• Ability to work independently and interface professionally with other government agencies, contractors, military personnel.

• Ability to define task details, estimates, and schedules using Microsoft Office products (e.g., Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Word.)

• Must have at least an interim secret security clearance.

Desired skills: • Experience with hyper velocity weapons preferred. Familiarity with research and development projects a plus.

• Experience related to gun weapon systems and/or army/navy programs.

Security clearance required: Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the secret level. US citizenship is a requirement for secret clearance at this location.

Physical demands: • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Targeted salary range is $75,000 to $100,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.