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i3 is seeking a Software Analyst to support the ULC Product Office. This position will provide technical, software, and programmatic support to the Assistant Product Managers across the ULC portfolio, with a focus on increasing software integration and qualification efforts in support of UVC and related program activities.

The Software Analyst will support software architecture evaluation, software development oversight, software modification analysis, system integration, and qualification activities across complex aviation and acquisition efforts. The candidate will provide technical support and leadership within the Department of War Acquisition System and System of Systems integration environment.

This role includes coordination with government offices, agencies, contractors, partners, and stakeholders to manage technical efforts, monitor cost, schedule, and performance, and support the successful execution of technical activities within the ULC Product Office. The candidate will assist with design, development, testing, contractor monitoring, and technical evaluations to support product improvement and sustainment.

The role requires strong organizational, leadership, communication, and analytical skills, as well as the ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced program office environment. Aviation experience is required, and unmanned aircraft experience is highly desired.

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, technical problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. The candidate should be able to evaluate technical approaches, develop recommendations, support acquisition planning, and prepare technical and programmatic documentation and briefings for leadership and stakeholders.

• Support software integration, qualification, and technical activities within the ULC Product Office.
• Provide technical support to Assistant Product Managers across the ULC portfolio.
• Support Department of War Acquisition System activities and System of Systems integration efforts.
• Manage and coordinate technical efforts with government offices, agencies, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and performance for technical activities within the product office.
• Assist in software design, development, testing, evaluation, and contractor oversight.
• Evaluate software architecture, development approaches, and modification strategies.
• Provide technical recommendations for product improvement, sustainment, and software modernization.
• Prepare and present technical and programmatic briefings to management, partners, and stakeholders.
• Develop milestone and technical documentation in support of contract requirements packages.
• Support contracting and acquisition strategies for software and technical efforts.
• Provide input for acquisition strategies, acquisition plans, and program documentation.
• Execute program goals while working within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Identify technical risks, issues, and opportunities and recommend practical paths forward.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic government program office environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, systems engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field, and at least five (5) years of software-related experience.
• Aviation experience.
• Experience supporting software design, development, testing, integration, qualification, or sustainment activities.
• Understanding of software architecture, software development approaches, and software modification processes.
• Ability to evaluate technical approaches and recommend practical solutions for product improvement and sustainment.
• Ability to support technical documentation, milestone documentation, and contract requirements packages.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and task management skills.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with unmanned aircraft systems or uncrewed aviation platforms.
• Experience supporting a Program Management Office or Product Office environment.
• Experience supporting Department of War Acquisition System processes.
• Experience supporting System of Systems integration.
• Experience coordinating technical efforts with government organizations, agencies, contractors, or external stakeholders.
• Experience monitoring cost, schedule, and performance for technical efforts.
• Experience developing acquisition strategies, acquisition plans, or contracting documentation.
• Experience preparing and presenting technical or programmatic briefings to leadership.
• Experience supporting software qualification, integration, product improvement, or sustainment activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information in discussions, documents, and briefings.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse range of customers, staff, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize multiple technical tasks.
• Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining professionalism.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and logical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate software and system-level technical information and recommend practical solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Initiative and willingness to support a rapidly evolving aviation, software, and acquisition environment.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required. 

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.  

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!