Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 6 months relevant experience.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense SECRET security clearance within a reasonable amount of time from date of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
As a software engineer on the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) program, you’ll join a cross-functional team addressing obsolescence, sustaining an operational system, and delivering new capabilities. Your responsibilities will include:
- Research, design, develop, maintain, and document MUOS software applications and engineering tools throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Translate system and software requirements into solutions that address hardware/software interfaces and system-level communications behavior.
- Support lab hardware/software integration, test setup, configuration, and execution of functional, regression, system, and network tests.
- Develop and maintain test tools, automation, scripts, and procedures as needed, including Eggplant-based testing and Python/Linux scripting where applicable.
- Debug software and integration issues, analyze logs and test results, document defects, support root-cause analysis, implement fixes, and verify corrections.
- Collaborate with software, systems, RF, test engineers, project leads, and end users to communicate results and improve software quality and test effectiveness.
- Initially support the Systems effort and adapt to other MUOS software, integration, and test priorities as program needs evolve.
What sets you apart:
- Strong understanding of software development process, as well as software engineering concepts, principles, and theories
- Creative thinker capable of applying new information quickly to solve challenging problems
- Comfortable providing technical leadership
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
- Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
Our Commitment to You:
- An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
- Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
- Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
- Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
- See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits
Workplace Options:This position is Hybrid/Flex at the Scottsdale, AZ location
Salary NoteThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary RangeUSD $95,384.00 - USD $105,817.00 /Yr.
