PR026-008 - SOFTWARE ENGINEER

QTEC Aerospace

$88K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field, with 2 years of experience; or Master's degree with 0 years of experience; or 6 years of relevant experience can substitute for a degree.
  • Strong Java/J2EE development skills; experience with C++ is a plus.
  • Knowledge of software practices including coding standards, automated testing, build pipelines, and configuration management.
  • Understanding of systems engineering artifacts like Use Cases and SysML diagrams.
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration and customer presentations.
  • Ability to work in a closed-area work environment and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth analysis and provide technical support for systems software products.
  • Develop or modify operating system applications based on specifications.
  • Assist in design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation of software programs.
  • Interface with other support groups to resolve issues and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Design and implement tools for operational automation through coding and testing.
  • Engage in multiple phases of software systems programming with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrate flexibility by accepting unanticipated tasks as required.

Benefits

  • Work with a multi-contractor team on Missile Defense programs.
  • Opportunity to engage in complex problem resolution.
  • Gain experience with various systems and software fields.
  • Contribute to operational automation and system improvement.
  • Possibility for professional growth within a respected aerospace company.
Full Job Description
The qualified applicant will become part of a team of professionals representing both industry and government. The successful candidate will be detail oriented, have a proven track record and a positive work ethic.

Job Summary

QTEC Aerospace is looking for highly capable and motivated individuals. The successful candidates will function as an integral member of a multi-contractor team providing program, engineering, and technical support to Missile Defense programs. The chosen candidates will mainly focus on Java software development. Working with minimal supervision, the candidates will offer specialized expertise across various systems and software fields, while also possessing broad knowledge of related areas, application impacts, and customer requirements.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to the following:
  • Responsible for in-depth analysis and technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support
  • Works from specifications to develop or modify operating system applications
  • Assists with the design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs
  • Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve the operating system's overall efficiency
  • Designs, codes, tests, and implements tools for operational automation
  • Works on most phases of software systems programming applications and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases
  • Flexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks


Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field with 2 years of relevant work experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree


Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment
  • Knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management
  • Understanding of software engineering and software development with strong Java/J2EE experience or alternative OO development experience (additional experience with C++ also desired)
  • Understanding of standard systems engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams
  • 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
  • Understanding Agile development methodologies
  • Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired)
  • Familiarity with common software development and management tools such as Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, and Eclipse
  • Knowledge of DevSecOps and/or build management
  • Willingness to take on unanticipated tasks


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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