Software Engineer V

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented Senior Software Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, Alabama. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience in developing software for Tactical strike guided munition programs. The position focuses on developing robust, innovative software frameworks and maintaining software products, including analysis tools/simulations, mission planning software, and components of mission-critical systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and direction for software development teams (5-15 engineers).
• Define full-stack software architecture and design patterns for missile system applications implementing major system functions (e.g., guidance, navigation, control, telemetry, and mission planning).
• Lead technical reviews, design reviews, and code reviews to ensure quality and compliance.
• Make critical technical decisions on tools, frameworks, and development approaches.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with government customers and program management.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level software engineers.
• Champion adoption of open systems architectures and modular open systems approach (MOSA) with standardized interfaces.
• Ensure software design supports modularity, reusability, portability, and maintainability requirements.
• Lead code reviews, ensuring coding standards and best practices are applied.
• Communicate directly with customers, end users, and team members frequently.
• Support flight test operations and post-test analysis.
• Ensure adherence to military and aviation standards for safety, cybersecurity, and RMF.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent technical degree with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• 12 years of relevant technical experience, or 10 years with a master's degree in a related field.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Proven experience leading software development teams on complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong experience with open systems concepts, architectures, and implementation.
• Knowledge of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) principles and application.
• Demonstrate expert-level experience with C/C++ required.
• Experience with Python and Java.
• Familiarity with real-time embedded systems and RTOS environments (e.g., VxWorks, FreeRTOS).
• Deep understanding of software architecture patterns and design principles.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to senior leadership and government customers.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and systems-level thinking.
• Experience with software configuration management principles and techniques, software quality engineering concepts, good software standards and practices, and a strong understanding of why these are important.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded missile systems, aerospace, or weapons systems development.
• Hands-on experience implementing open architecture frameworks such as FACE, OMS, or SOSA.
• Experience with containerization and microservices technology.
• Knowledge of guidance & control algorithms, navigation systems, mission planning systems (NOMS, JMPS), and sensors is a plus.
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
• Knowledge of software development standards: DO-178C, MIL-STD-882e, or similar.
• Experience with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink for algorithm development and simulation is a plus.
• Understanding of hardware-software integration and software systems engineering principles.
• Previous experience in a Software Lead role (IPT Lead, Technical Lead, Software PM, etc.).
• Agile Scrum Master or Product Owner experience is a plus.

Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.


Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.


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