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Specialty Electrical Systems Engineer 5 Mid-Senior Level | Active Secret Clearance Required | $120,000 - $150,000 | Travel: As Required | Onsite: Huntsville, AL Support mission-critical missile defense operations-developing automated testing and verification software solutions for the Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Weapon System, ensuring system requirements are validated and delivered in support of the Missile Defense Agency's national defense mission. A Day in the Life - What you'll do Develop software products supporting Automated Test and Verification (ATV) activities for the Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Weapon System. Design, develop, test, and maintain software solutions supporting system-level requirement verification efforts. Support automation initiatives that improve testing efficiency, quality, and mission assurance. Participate in Agile software development activities including sprint planning, development, testing, reviews, and retrospectives. Collaborate with systems engineers, software engineers, and government stakeholders to develop and deliver technical solutions. Support software development lifecycle (SDLC) activities including requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, and deployment. Work with requirements management and verification processes to ensure system compliance and traceability. Develop and maintain technical documentation supporting software development and verification activities. Participate in technical reviews, design discussions, and cross-functional engineering efforts. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on software quality, automation, and operational effectiveness. Work effectively in fast-paced environments supporting complex missile defense programs. Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related STEM discipline * 8 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 6 years of experience, or PhD with 4 years of experience * Active DoD Secret security clearance or higher * Experience supporting one or more phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements, design, development, integration, testing, or deployment * Experience using requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS * Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies and tools such as Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Fisheye/Crucible * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work independently and within collaborative engineering teams * Ability to work onsite in Huntsville, AL Preferred Qualifications * Experience with requirements decomposition, allocation, and traceability * Experience supporting system requirement verification and validation activities * Knowledge of Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) systems and Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs * Understanding of Systems Engineering principles and the Systems Engineering V-Model * Degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline * Experience developing software solutions supporting automated testing and verification environments * Professional software development experience using Python or similar programming languages * Experience using Jenkins, Elasticsearch, or similar DevOps and automation tools * Experience collaborating with cross-functional product development teams * Demonstrated ability to independently plan, organize, and execute technical efforts while maintaining a customer-focused mindset * Experience serving in Agile leadership roles such as Scrum Master or Product Owner * Current CompTIA Security+ certification Who is Caribou Thunder? Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners. 35+ states and 20+ countries. We've delivered trusted solutions for over two decades - strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space. Why Caribou Thunder? TEAM THUNDER - Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve. Employee Advocacy Mission Proven Global Reach Skilled Teams Modern Tools Empowering Culture Our engineers and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier - delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments. We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence - disciplines powering the nation's most complex technical missions. Employee Advocacy + Benefits Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder. We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being - knowing their success drives ours. Benefits include: Premium Health, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with 6% Company Match Flexible PTO & Work Schedule Education & Certification Reimbursement Support for Military Leave Work-Life Balance & Traditional Family Values Your future, your flexibility, your well-being - we invest in you. Apply and let's connect.