Defense Contractor Software Engineer Jobs in Texas

Job Title
MID LEVEL SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Location
Houston, TX US (Primary)
Category
Engineering
Job Type
Full-Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Security Clearance Required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Job Description
Igniters operate in the world's most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission-driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters' hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high-stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee-owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission-critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.
Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.
As a Mid-Level Software Engineer supporting NASA programs through a contractor organization, you will develop, maintain, and enhance web-based and low-code applications that support mission operations, engineering analysis, and enterprise systems. This role requires working within a highly collaborative, process-driven environment, contributing to applications that support critical spaceflight and research initiatives.
You will leverage a Microsoft-based technology stack including C#, ASP.NET, Blazor, Angular, SQL Server, and the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse) while adhering to NASA and contractor software development standards.
Job Requirements
Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain web applications supporting NASA mission and enterprise systems
• Build modern UI components using Blazor and Angular • Develop backend services and RESTful APIs using C# and ASP.NET Core
• Write optimized SQL queries, stored procedures, and support database design (SQL Server)
• Create and maintain low-code/no-code solutions using Microsoft Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse
• Integrate Power Platform applications with enterprise data sources and REST APIs
• Develop, maintain, and optimize interactive Power BI dashboards and reports to support data-driven decision-making.
• Create efficient data models, DAX calculations, and Power Query transformations to ensure accuracy and performance across BI solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather reporting requirements and translate them into intuitive visualizations and KPIs.
• Collaborate with NASA civil servants, engineers, and cross-functional contractor teams
• Participate in full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements, design, development, testing, and deployment
• Perform code reviews and ensure compliance with coding standards and security requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in both traditional and low-code application environments
• Use Team Foundation Server (TFS) / Azure DevOps for source control, backlog management, and CI/CD pipelines • Support documentation, including technical design documents and user guides
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 5-8 years of professional software development experience • Strong experience with C# and ASP.NET (Core and/or MVC) • Experience building front-end applications with Angular and/or Blazor
• Experience developing solutions using Power Apps (Canvas/Model-Driven) and Power Automate • Proficiency with SQL Server, including database design and performance tuning
• Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs • Familiarity with TFS or Azure DevOps for version control and work tracking
• Ability to work in a structured, compliance-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
• Prior experience supporting government or aerospace programs
• Familiarity with NASA software standards or similar regulated environments
• Experience with Microsoft Azure, Dataverse, and Power Platform administration
• Knowledge of microservices and distributed systems • Experience building custom connectors for Power Platform
• Experience with automated testing and test frameworks • Understanding of cybersecurity best practices (NIST, secure coding standards)
Security & Clearance Requirements
• Must be a U.S. Citizen (required for NASA contract work)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or higher-level clearance (as required by contract)
Soft Skills
• Strong communication skills, especially in cross-organizational teams
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and reliability
• Ability to manage priorities across multiple tasks and deadlines
• Proactive problem-solving mindset
We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.
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