Tactical Systems Engineer

Design, implement, and test complex software in C, C++, Python, JavaScript, and Java within various development environments Analyze legacy monolithic software programs, recompile them, and incrementally refactor them using brownfield and greenfield methodologies Assess and deconstruct Navy tactical system code for Surface Navy Combat systems Explore and prototype next-generation solutions using AI/ML, distributed processing, and modeling Interact with customers to elicit requirements and document agreements Present project cost, schedule, and technical progress to organization leadership Develop software architecture, including hardware and software interfaces between components Assist in developing user, functional, and technical requirements for tactical systems Participate in and provide feedback for design and code/peer reviews Integrate individual software components into complex software environments Support test and integration activities at IDT labs and government Land Based Test Sites (LBTS) Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent full-time professional experience 5+ years of full-time professional experience Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed Experience with combat system design and software, ideally

AEGIS

or Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) Familiarity and experience developing tactical systems software on DoD programs Experience with C, C++, Python, and/or Java Experience developing in Linux OS environments, including shell scripting Ability to decompose and document requirements and specifications Understanding of distributed systems, algorithms, data structures, and software design patterns, especially the Strangler Pattern Experience with Agile software development processes Proficiency working within a Git CM environment Comfortable with DevSecOps best practices Ability to convert vague customer requirements into a refined vision Ability to identify and describe algorithmic complexity Ability to work on-site, with potential hybrid flexibility Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance Extensive combat system design and software experience, ideally AEGIS or SSDS Experience with Make, Maven, and Ant Experience with X-Windows Familiarity with MBSE methodologies Experience with Jenkins, Jira, and the Atlassian tool suite Familiarity with networking concepts including routing, switching, identity services, intrusion detection, and firewalls Familiarity deploying virtual machines in VMware vSphere environments, including networking configuration Familiarity deploying virtual machines and/or containers into Azure cloud environments, including networking configuration Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, organization, planning, and attention-to-detail abilities Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in software design and development, particularly in C, C++, Python, and Java, with a strong focus on combat systems and tactical software for DoD programs. Proficient in Agile methodologies, DevSecOps practices, and capable of translating customer requirements into actionable software solutions. Highest-signal resume keywords C Programming C++ Programming Python Programming Java Programming Agile Software Development ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Software Architecture Tactical Systems Software Development Algorithmic Complexity Analysis Distributed Systems Shell Scripting Software Design Patterns Combat System Design Refactoring Integration Testing Requirements Documentation Soft Skills Analytical Skills Problem-Solving Communication Organization Attention to Detail Certifications & Qualifications Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance Industry Keywords DoD Programs Navy Tactical Systems AEGIS Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) MBSE Methodologies Tools & Technologies Linux OS Git Jenkins Jira Atlassian Tool Suite Make Maven Ant VMware vSphere Azure Cloud #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor