*This position is contingent upon contract award*

Amentum is seeking a seasoned professional to serve as a Software Engineer.  This position is based in Houston, TX.  The Software Engineer will develop, maintain, and enhance complex/diverse software systems based upon documented requirements.  The software engineer will also review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results.  The engineer will also resolve software reported problems.  

The Software Engineer is an exciting role that supports the U.S. Navy’s launch test facilities Research and Development (R&D) program.  This R&D program is a top priority for our nation and supports both U.S. Navy Submarine and Surface Ship weapons system capability testing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex/diverse software systems based upon documented requirements.  
• Test software components for adherence to design requirements and document test results.  
• Resolve reported software problems..  
• Utilize software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.  
• Provide specific inputs to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and the use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software.
• Assist with the development of software strategies and requirements to meet programmatic needs.
• Analyze requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Design/code new software or modify existing software to add new features.
• Debug existing software and correct defects.
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
• Develop simple data queries for existing proposed databases or data repositories.
• Make recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.
• Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.
• Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.
• Write or review software and system documentation.
• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, conferring with users or system engineers; analyzing systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigating problem areas.
• Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance.
• Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.
• Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related technical disciple from an accredited college or university is required. 
• Minimum (6) years of software programming experience in complex engineering environments.
• Experience utilizing the following software: Factorytalk, Labview, Studio 5000
• Experience with software programming of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Experience with software programming of data acquisition systems.
• Experience with software programming of control systems.
• Experience with software programming time synchronization with different interfaces.
• Experience with Microsoft office Tools (word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Computer Science or related technical disciple from an accredited college or university is required. 
• Familiarity with U.S. Navy weapons system software.
• Experience referencing/using Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and software requirements documents.

Security & Clearance:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S government security clearance. Note:  US Citizenship is required to obtain a U.S government security clearance.

Work Environment:

• This position is based in Houston, TX. Travel expected is approximately 33% of working time and is typically planned well in advance. The role involves a blend of office-based design and analysis work with periodic field presence during installation, testing, and commissioning activities, requiring the ability to work in varied environments including industrial and outdoor settings.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.