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Do you enjoy developing new products and services? Join us! Our Software Engineers work in an agile, collective environment. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for driving the strategic development and continuous improvement of software systems for cutting-edge aerospace applications. You will lead cross-functional teams and projects to ensure software excellence.The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic projects to develop and optimize software systems for aerospace applications.
• Collaborate with design, hardware, and quality teams to ensure software meets performance and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive software documentation, including design specifications and user manuals.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers on best practices and technical skills.
• Conduct advanced code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Define and implement software requirements and specifications in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Drive and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software performance and reliability.
• Ensure software compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with typically 8 or more years of relevant experience.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Expert proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and industry best practices.
• Extensive experience leading and collaborating in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Expertise in working with Linux-based Operating Systems, with a strong preference for RedHat or its equivalents.
• Demonstrated capability to rapidly learn and adapt to emerging technologies and requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in performing complex Linux OS System Administration tasks.
• Deep understanding and mastery of industry-standard object-oriented programming languages such as C++ and Java.
• Advanced scripting skills in languages such as Python and Bash (Bourne-Again Shell), or equivalent.
• Extensive experience with a broad range of software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository management, and automated build processes.
• Expert knowledge of software development methodologies, including Agile/Scrum and Waterfall, with experience in leading projects using these methodologies.
• In-depth understanding of and experience with common data structures (e.g., linked lists, hash tables, contiguous memory) and their optimal utilization in complex software systems.
  

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Management experience
• Experience with digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems.
• Extensive background in Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Understanding of industry standard software languages such as C, C#, C++, HTML, Java, Python, and Bash.
• Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral.
• Proficient with data structures.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• Hand/finger dexterity for coding and testing.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.