PR025-078 - SOFTWARE ENGINEER

QTEC Aerospace

$80K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field or Master's in STEM discipline
  • 2 years of related experience or equivalent advanced education
  • Proficiency in Java and C++
  • Experience with Git and deploying software in Linux environments
  • Strong OOP design principles knowledge
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET level security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Implement and test capabilities and algorithms for Missile Defense programs
  • Collaborate in the development of software for threat evaluation systems
  • Contribute to a multi-contractor team supporting technical program initiatives
  • Adapt existing software to enhance program reliability and efficiency
  • Prepare briefings and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development in a high-impact sector
  • Collaborative work environment with industry experts
  • Potential for travel to support program needs
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
  • Contributions towards national security initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Summary

QTEC Aerospace is looking for highly capable and motivated individuals. The successful candidate will function as an integral member of a multi-contractor team providing program, engineering, and technical support to Missile Defense programs.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to the following:
  • Understanding, implementing, and testing both existing and new capabilities and algorithms, which include complex mathematics and physics-based solutions, that directly support program capabilities on behalf of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
  • Participate as part of a team writing the software (currently ~1.5 million lines of code) that evaluates and manages the threat scene for the missile defense system that protects the US


Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline


Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment
  • Experience in software development with proficiency in Java and C++
  • Familiarity with JavaFX and Java 21 features
  • Proficiency using Git
  • Experience deploying and managing software in a Linux (preferably RHEL8) environment
  • Familiarity with Eclipse IDE
  • Strong grasp of OOP design principles and patterns
  • Ability and willingness to travel 10% to support business needs
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and prepare and brief presentations to the customer as needed.
  • Self-motivated and customer-oriented.


Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Missile Defense domain knowledge
  • Knowledge of MySQL for database management and data retrieval
  • Experience with gRPC and RESTful services
  • Familiarity with Atlassian toolset (Jira, Bitbucket)
  • Security + Certification


Security Clearance

Candidates must currently have and be able to maintain a minimum DoD SECRET level security clearance.

Location

Huntsville, AL

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