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The Pennsylvania State University

$76.70K - $164K/yr

POSITION SPECIFICS We are seeking highly motivated Computer Engineers to join our Access and ... All positions at ARL require candidates topossess the ability to obtain a government security ...

Arcfield

Computer Engineer

Newport, RI · On-site

$112.20K - $132.40K/yr

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering or computer science * Technical writing and presentation ... well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its ...

SEACORP

Computer Engineer IV

College Park, MD

$110.20K - $130K/yr

SEACORP has an immediate need for a full-time Computer Engineer with a Secret clearance based at a government facilityin Olney, Maryland site. The selected applicant will perform work to assistwith ...

Significance, Inc.

Computer Engineer

Port Hueneme, CA

$117.40K - $138.50K/yr

Significance is a woman-owned consulting firm serving the federal government. We are known for ... The Computer Engineer will use Agile Scrum processes to facilitate In-Service-Engineering teams ...

Significance, Inc.

Computer Engineer

Port Hueneme, CA · On-site

$117.40K - $138.50K/yr

Significance is a woman-owned consulting firm serving the federal government. We are known for ... The Computer Engineer will use Agile Scrum processes to facilitate In-Service-Engineering teams ...

SEACORP

Computer Engineer IV

College Park, MD · On-site

$110.20K - $130K/yr

SEACORP has an immediate need for a full-time Computer Engineer with a Secret clearance based at a government facilityin Olney, Maryland site. The selected applicant will perform work to assistwith ...

Amatriot Group, LLC

Computer Engineer

Crane, IN

$120K - $150K/yr

Purchase material for the government as needed to support prototype and low-rate production for assigned projects. Qualifications: * A-BET accredited Bachelor's Degree in computer engineering field ...

CACI International, Inc.

Computer Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

$111.50K - $131.40K/yr

Computer Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to ... Purchase material for the government as needed to support prototype and low-rate production for ...

Barbaricum

Computer Engineer IV

Crane, IN · On-site

$111.50K - $131.40K/yr

Barbaricum is a rapidly growing government contractor providing leading-edge support to federal ... We are seeking a Computer Engineer IV with strong UI/UX expertise to support Condition-Based ...

Barbaricum

Computer Engineer IV

Crane, IN

$111.50K - $131.40K/yr

Barbaricum is a rapidly growing government contractor providing leading-edge support to federal ... We are seeking a Computer Engineer IV with strong UI/UX expertise to support Condition-Based ...

Sealandaire Technologies

Computer Engineer

Jackson, MI · On-site

$104.50K - $123.20K/yr

We are looking for a Computer Engineer to join our growing team! We provide engineering, build, and ... S. government security clearance is not required but is very helpful. Employees may be required to ...

KAIROS Inc

$98.20K - $115.80K/yr

KAIROS, Inc is searching for an energetic, experienced, and highly motivated Computer Engineer II, ... This position is subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility ...

KAIROS, Inc.

Computer Engineer II

Charleston, SC · On-site

$98.20K - $115.80K/yr

KAIROS, Inc is searching for an energetic, experienced, and highly motivated Computer Engineer II, ... This position is subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility ...

Maine

Programmer Analyst

Augusta, ME · On-site

$57.78K - $81.07K/yr

This differs from that of Computer Programmer in that Programmer Analysts are increasingly ... Knowledge of state government or business application areas. * Ability to work effectively as a ...

Anduril Industries

Computer Vision Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$118.20K - $139.40K/yr

The Computer Vision Engineer will develop advanced perception systems for autonomous aerial ... government stakeholders to advance the state-of-the-art in perception and world modeling for ...

State of Maine

Programmer Analyst

Augusta, ME · On-site

$57.78K - $81.07K/yr

This differs from that of Computer Programmer in that Programmer Analysts are increasingly ... Knowledge of state government or business application areas. * Ability to work effectively as a ...

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CWMD Computer Programming (SME) for DAF/A10 - Active TS/SCI Required

CWMD Computer Programming (SME) for DAF/A10 - Active TS/SCI Required

Logistics Management Institute

Arlington, VA

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Posted 22 days ago

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Overview

LMI is seeking a Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Computer Programming Subject Matter Expert (SME) interested in joining a team who will provide Strategic Plans and Policy Support Services (SPPSS) support to Headquarters, Department of Air Force (DAF) A10 office in counterproliferation and CWMD mission areas.  A successful candidate demonstrates competency in working with the US Air Force headquarter-level senior leaders and staff, attention to detail, critical thinking, and excellent communications and coordination skills. This position requires active Top Secret with eligibility to access Sensitive Compartmented Information. This is an Onsite position at Client's location in Arlington, VA and Washington, DC. 

The growing threat of WMD, specifically chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons, poses one of the most serious challenges facing Department of the Air Force (DAF) (i.e., Headquarters USAF and US Space Force) core mission operations. As part of the Service's responsibility to provide CBRN and CWMD-ready Airmen and Mission- Critical systems (i.e. aircraft, spacecraft) for Combatant Command Air Component forces, the DAF is tasked to fully develop and institutionalize required CWMD capabilities, thus enabling the success of air, space and cyber operational missions in the 21st century battlespace.

LMI offers a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. Flex time, and tuition reimbursement are a few of our many work-life benefits available to our employees.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors-helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities
  • Supports in development, maintenance and operation of current and future sorties generation and hazard prediction modeling and simulation products (e.g., VLSTRACK, HPAC, JEM, etc.)
  • Leads in programming new modeling and visualization tools as directed to depict complex systems, such as aircraft generation flow or chemical agent behavior
  • Deliver new custom modeling programs and visualization tools developed in common programming languages - (e.g., Python, C++, Visual Bsics)
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM
  • Expert programming knowledge in Python, C++, and Visual Basic
  • At least 10 years of experience in working in DoW CBRN defense and/or counterproliferation programs.
  • Active Top Secret / SCI
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills
  • Experience in CBRN modeling and simulation work
  • Experience in working at Department of Air Force headquarters level is highly preferred
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