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AMERICAN SYSTEMS · 1 week ago

NAVAIR Software Development Engineer - SECRET Clearance

Patuxent River, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$108K/yr - $181K/yr

8+ years exp

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs. As a Software Developer supporting NAVAIR, you'll collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations.

GovernmentInformation Technology

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate technical efforts, including research, design, development, testing, and manufacturing operations

Represent NAVAIR in collaboration with headquarters, contractors, and other government entities, providing expert technical advice and guidance

Review and evaluate data, reports, designs, and equipment to ensure contract compliance and approve changes as needed

Deliver systems engineering and scientific support, advising on requirements, technical issues, risks, and strategic planning in software development

Serve as a technical interface for hardware/software matters, provide real-time support for problem assessment, and guide program priorities

Perform complex scientific work and data analysis, solving diverse technical challenges and optimizing solutions within cost and schedule constraints

Lead and support integrated project teams, apply industry best practices, and coordinate segments of larger programs using tools such as risk management, configuration management, trade studies, and technical reviews

Qualification

Acquisition Software EngineeringSoftware IntegrationSoftware TestingRequirements AllocationProcess ManagementOpen ArchitectureMilitary Avionics SystemsInterpersonal SkillsEffective Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a technical field, with 8+ years of relevant experience

U.S. citizenship required, with an active Secret clearance

3+ years of hands-on Acquisition Software Engineering experience

Proven background in engineering or computer science, with a focus on developing and delivering software systems

Skilled in requirements allocation, process management, open architecture, software integration, and testing

Deep understanding of designing, testing, and managing software systems for interoperability

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels, including resolving conflicting information and viewpoints