DARC Software Engineer

Job Title:

DARC Software Engineer

Design, implement, and maintain mission applications and services using C++, Python, and MATLAB, aligned with system needs. Develop robust interfaces, processing pipelines, and tooling on Linux (including Red Hat) and Windows platforms. Apply expert‑level debugging skills to isolate complex issues across OS, network, and application layers; instrument code for observability and performance. Contribute to radar‑adjacent capabilities by leveraging basic radar and signal processing concepts to integrate, test, and validate features.

Collaborate across systems, software, test, and operations teams to deliver reliable and secure capabilities in a mission environment. Author technical documentation and support accreditation, deployment, and sustainment activities. International travel (primarily to Australia, up to 50%) is required to support site integration, operator enablement, and mission operations.

• Design, implement, and maintain mission applications in C++, Python, and MATLAB.
• Develop interfaces, processing pipelines, and tooling on Linux and Windows platforms.
• Debug issues across OS, network, and application layers; enhance code observability and performance.
• Integrate, test, and validate radar and signal processing features.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver secure mission capabilities.
• Author technical documentation and support deployment activities.
• Travel internationally to support site integration and mission operations.

• Proficiency in C++, Python, and MATLAB.
• Expert debugging skills in multi‑OS environments.
• Hands‑on experience with Linux (including Red Hat) and Windows.
• Familiarity with radar and signal processing concepts.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and documentation skills.
• Security+ (SEC+) certification.
• U.S. Citizenship and an active Secret clearance.

• Experience in defense/aerospace programs or Space Domain Awareness missions.
• Exposure to secure software delivery practices such as Dev Sec Ops  pipelines.
• Knowledge of test automation, CI/CD, and observability tools.
• Skills in performance optimization for real‑time systems.

This is a Contract position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs, CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 24, 2025.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.