Software Engineer

Joint Activities

• $80K — $128K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph eligibility.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience.
  • Proficiency in C++ or MATLAB/Simulink for software development.
  • Familiarity with Agile practices and tools like JIRA and GitLab.
  • Ability to write maintainable and well-documented code.
  • Proven success in cross-functional teams and effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop high-fidelity threat missile and radar simulation models.
  • Enhance and optimize existing models to meet delivery schedules.
  • Integrate threat models into the JSE simulation architecture.
  • Perform integration and regression testing to ensure reliability.
  • Analyze and validate simulation outputs for accuracy and realism.
  • Leverage technical data to inform model development and support execution.

Benefits

  • Contribute to mission-critical innovations that strengthen national defense.
  • Work with cutting-edge simulation technologies.
  • Collaborate with top engineers and defense experts.
  • Impact the success of U.S. and allied missions.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a talented Software Developer to join our Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) team. In this pivotal role, you’ll design, develop, integrate, and test advanced threat missile and radar simulation models that drive high-fidelity defense simulations. Your work will directly support national security missions by delivering realistic, validated models that enhance mission readiness and operational effectiveness.

What You’ll Do
  • Design and develop high-fidelity threat missile and radar simulation models that accurately replicate real-world systems and behaviors.

  • Enhance, maintain, and optimize existing models using advanced modeling and simulation tools to meet Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC) delivery schedules.

  • Integrate threat models into the JSE simulation architecture, performing detailed integration and regression testing to ensure system reliability and performance.

  • Analyze simulation outputs, validate model performance against empirical data, and refine systems to achieve greater realism and predictive accuracy.

  • Leverage technical data packages and intelligence sources to inform model development and support test planning and execution.

Qualifications Required Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to successfully pass a polygraph.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field and 4+ years of relevant experience.

  • Proficiency in C++ or MATLAB/Simulink, with hands-on experience in software development and model implementation.

  • Familiarity with Agile development practices and tools such as JIRA, GitLab, or similar collaboration platforms.

  • Demonstrated ability to write efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code.

  • Proven success working on cross-functional teams and communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Target Salary Range$80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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