Software Engineer II

Technology Service Corporation (TSC) is seeking a Software Engineer III. The candidate will be responsible for the development of primarily Python code to control and monitor instrumentation, mechanisms, and sensors for the Large Plasma Test Facility at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC. The candidate will be part of a small, agile team developing innovative space electrical propulsion systems. The candidate will work with a mixed government-contractor team on-site at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington DC. US Citizenship and a secret are required. One to two days remote work may be possible depending on program needs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop software to integrate and control various sensors and mechanisms, collect data, and process and display data.
• Assist propulsion engineers by implementing scientific data reduction algorithms efficiently.
• Assist in troubleshooting laboratory systems.
• Lead the group in adoption and implementation of AI for rapid code prototyping.
• The majority of code will be in Python

Required Qualifications:

• DoD Secret clearance.
• BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Electrical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of professional experience developing code (preference for Python).
• Familiarity with advanced mathematics such as calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra.
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop data acquisition code.
• Experience developing simulation software and software to compare simulations with experimental results
• Extensive experience with Python.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team/matrixed organization.
• Adaptable to rapidly changing and vaguely defined coding requirements.

What We Offer:

Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Technology Service Corporation (TSC) is an employee-owned company that has been providing high-quality technical services and solutions for our customers' for over 50 years. Our diverse portfolio includes providing full lifecycle support in Precision Strike and Area Effects; Area Protection; Airborne Sensors and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Vehicle Protection; Electronic Warfare Systems; Air and Missile Defense; Space Systems, and Intelligence and Information Systems. TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package that includes but not limited to: Paid Personal and Military leave and Holidays; Salary Deferrals into a 401(k) Matching Plan; Tuition Reimbursement; Short/Long-Term Disability Plan; Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

In compliance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is $102,000 - $145,000 per year, depending on experience and location. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus and may include equity or incentive compensation as part of the total rewards package.

Applying to TSC:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.


TSC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.