Software Developer - Skillbridge Security Clearance

Job Overview

The Software Developer will support the development, sustainment, and enhancement of advanced simulation software for a military training system. The role is performed onsite and requires a technically strong engineer with a cybersecurity or IT background who can provide mid‑level leadership within a highly skilled development team.

• Design, develop, debug, and maintain simulation software components, tools, and system interfaces.
• Collaborate with hardware, systems engineering, and modeling teams to integrate software with simulator components, avionics interfaces, and real‑time systems.
• Apply cybersecurity best practices, secure coding standards, and system hardening principles to ensure compliance with DoD security requirements.
• Provide mentoring and mid‑level technical leadership to a high‑performing engineering team; assist with task planning, code reviews, and technical decision‑making.
• Investigate and resolve complex system‑level technical issues involving software, networking, data flows, and real‑time performance.
• Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation, design artifacts, and configuration management records within a controlled engineering environment.
• Work directly with government stakeholders, program managers, and cross‑functional engineering teams to support program milestones and deliverables.

• 3+ years of professional experience in software development, ideally in a DoD, aerospace, or simulation environment.
• Proficiency in languages such as C++, C#, Python, or similar object‑oriented programming languages.
• Experience supporting or integrating software within IT‑centric or cybersecurity‑controlled architectures.
• Familiarity with secure coding practices, system authentication, and networked application security.
• Familiarity with real‑time systems, simulation frameworks, or distributed software architectures.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and systems‑level problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to provide mentoring or leadership within technical teams.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, IT, cybersecurity, or related technical field.
• Experience with military training systems, high‑fidelity simulators, or mission rehearsal environments.
• Background integrating software with hardware‑in‑the‑loop or avionics systems.

• Security+, CEH, CISSP, or related cybersecurity credentials.
• Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, STIGs, HBSS/ESS, etc.).
• Previous work within a DoD environment or on government‑funded programs.

• Proof of U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance prior to start date.
• Work performed in a secure engineering lab and office environment.
• May require occasional hands‑on system testing on simulator devices or hardware racks.

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work‑life balance.
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected, and safe.
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiative, and make decisions.
• Recognition, professional development, advancement, and having fun.

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact the recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.