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Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity for a Modernization Software Engineer for the Engineering, Professional, and Administrative Support Services (EPASS) Contract at Peterson SFB supporting SYD 85 in the S5. As the Principal Modernization S/W Engineer, you will support the Government program office in the oversight, review, and assessment of prime contractor-led software modernization and development activities. The focus of this function is to provide the Government with independent technical evaluation of software architecture, algorithm performance, open system architecture, communications flow, and data strategies to ensure program objectives are met.

This is a full-time position at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Review and evaluate contractor-performed analyses of the existing software architecture, code base, and performance, providing the Government with independent assessments of software deficiencies, obsolescence, and maintainability issues.
• Assess and provide technical recommendations on contractor-proposed software modernization strategies, including architectural redesigns, algorithm enhancements (e.g., signal processing, tracking, data fusion), and data format modifications (e.g., message formats, database structures).
• Oversee the prime contractor’s software development life-cycle, including adherence to modern practices such as Agile and DevSecOps, providing the Government with an independent assessment of progress, risks, and quality.
• Review, comment on, and recommend for Government approval all contractor-generated software documentation, including, but not limited to, Software Requirements Specifications (SRS), Software Design Documents (SDD), and Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Oversee and witness prime contractor-led software testing activities (including unit, integration, and performance testing). Analyze test plans and results to ensure software requirements are fully verified and advise the Government on software readiness.
• Collaborate with Government hardware, systems, and cybersecurity engineers to ensure software and hardware modernization efforts are fully integrated and aligned across all system interfaces.
• Assess, assist, and provide recommendations for Modular Open System Architecture definition, requirements, implementation, verification, and validation.
• Provide subject matter expertise on software-related risks and opportunities during technical reviews, configuration management boards, and other program management activities.
• Provide continuous technical support and recommendations to the Government team throughout all phases of the acquisition life-cycle, including major technical reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR), configuration management, and system-level testing.
• Assist with Configuration Control Boards, Engineering Trades, Requirements Verification, Requirements Mapping, and all aspects of baseline management at all levels of the program.
  

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance.

Education: BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Years of Experience: 8 years of relevant experience in the following listed below, at least 3 years of which must be in the DoD

Certifications: Ability to obtain a Security + or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

Clearance: Active TS clearance

Education: BS in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Years of experience: 8 years of relevant experience in the following listed below, at least 3 years of which must be in the DoD

Certifications: CompTIA Security + or equivalent

Additional Information:

Location: Peterson Space Force Base Colorado Springs, CO- Potential for remote for the right candidate

Travel: 10-20%

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Hybrid- Approx.1-2 days remote.  Subject to change based on Government discretion

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Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.
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