Sr Principal Software Engineer – BM/SRM (26-325)

Description

The company's Missile Defense Integration group, within its Space Systems unit, is hiring a senior principal software engineer for the Battle Management/Sensor Resource Management role (ref. 26-325).

The role supports the Regional Applications team's Huntsville development effort and is based in Huntsville, AL.

C2BMC is a core part of the missile defense system. It lets the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense and combatant commanders at strategic, regional and operational levels plan ballistic missile defense operations, monitor the battle, and direct networked sensors and weapons toward global and regional goals.

The system covers all ranges and flight phases, combining autonomous sensors and weapons into a better optimized response. It is also essential for ground and flight tests that prove current and future missile defense capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Work with minimal direction while applying deep expertise across several software disciplines, keeping system-wide effects and user needs in view.
• Design, build and maintain high-throughput object-oriented applications in common OOP languages and Python.
• Carry out detailed analysis, design and coding, along with unit and integration testing, performance benchmarking and operational integration.
• Provide ongoing user support for complex software products.
• Debug, configure and maintain existing codebases.
• Build automated tools that raise developer productivity and operational efficiency.
• Accept unforeseen assignments when they arise.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, mathematics, physics or a related field from an accredited university plus 8 years of experience, or a master's degree in a related field plus 6 years of relevant work, or 12 years of relevant work experience in place of a degree.
• Be proficient in Python and at least one other object-oriented language such as Java, C or C++.
• Hold a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret clearance at the time you apply.
• List your current security clearance and any IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
• Bring a proven record of building and supporting high-performance applications.
• Have experience with Agile methodologies, software integration, formal testing and automated testing.
• Have strong software engineering experience on DoD programs and in developing command and control (C2) system applications.
• Apply software development best practices effectively in a multi-team environment.
• Solve problems well, with a proven record of root-cause analysis and issue resolution.
• Mentor and motivate junior engineers, building a collaborative environment that supports continuous learning and shared success.
• Communicate clearly in writing and orally, and work effectively in a fast-paced team.
• Present complex concepts to non-software audiences, including senior program leadership, government representatives and military leaders.
• Preferred: understanding of standard systems engineering artifacts such as use cases and SysML diagrams.
• Preferred: strong knowledge of Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence to support Agile software development teams.

Conditions

Work on site in Huntsville, AL, with no remote options.

Relocation assistance is not available.

Travel is listed as not required, but you must be willing to travel 10% of the time for business needs.

A Secret clearance is required to start.

The base salary range is $135,800.00 to $203,600.00, a general guideline set by factors such as scope, experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, overtime, shift differential and a discretionary bonus may apply in addition to base pay.

The application period is estimated at 20 days from the posting date and may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.

Benefits

• A comprehensive, flexible benefits package that you can tailor to your individual and family needs.
• Health insurance, life and disability insurance, and a savings plan.
• Paid time off for vacation or personal business, plus company-paid holidays.
• Education assistance and training and development.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive environment that encourages growth.
• Annual bonuses that reward individual contributions and share company results.
• Long Term Incentives may be available for Vice President and Director positions.