Job Description:

Your Role:

Do you want to work on a dynamic team of dedicated, enthusiastic employees with a reputation for integrity, quality, excellence, and teamwork? Then this is the job for you, Saab currently has a need for Java Software Engineer in our East Syracuse, NY office. You will be working alongside our System Engineering Team and other Software Engineers as they work toward improving tools that are used within the FAA. We are looking for a Software Engineer with an interest in all aspects of the software development lifecycle.

Compensation Range: $92,200 - $115,300

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in computer science, software engineering or related discipline
• 3+ years of related experience required

Required Skills:

• Strong Java programming skills
• Relational database experience, preferably PostgreSQL
• Strong LINUX environment skills including command line and scripting tools
• Object Oriented Analysis and Design skills
• Experience with Integrated Development Environments (e.g. Eclipse, IntelliJ)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work in a dynamic team environment.
• Abiltiy to travel (

Desired Skills:

• Experience with unit test frameworks (e.g. Junit, GTest, JTest)
• Experience with software design patterns
• Experience using UML
• Experience with automated build systems (e.g. Maven, Bamboo, Gradle)
• Aviation and Defense systems background/domain interest
• Experience with Artificial Intelligence and AI-Assisted Development (Generative AI, LLMs, AI coding assistants, RAG, AI agents, prompt engineering, and AI MCP servers)
• Experience with Ansible Automation and authoring playbooks and roles for installing, maintaining, or upgrading platforms

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits:

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage