Lead Software Engineer

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Lead, Software Engineer

35516

Herndon, VA (on‑site)

9/80 Regular Schedule (Every other Friday off)

The successful candidate will be based at our Herndon‑VA office (onsite). We develop advanced sonar systems and support software that enables system control, data acquisition, and analysis. Work includes software requirements development, software test and integration, and both application‑level and embedded C/C++ development, including Linux‑based GUI and system control work. The role also involves UI and embedded software development for equipment operating in diverse environments such as factory, depot, laboratory, and shipboard settings.

In addition to technical contributions, this position supports the day‑to‑day activities of the Software Engineering Group by providing technical guidance, assigning tasks, participating in complex engineering efforts, reviewing and approving formal documentation, and estimating labor, tools, and other resources to meet budget and schedule commitments. A strong understanding of UI design on Windows and Linux platforms is preferred, and additional hardware‑related responsibilities may be assigned based on skill set.

• Design and implement software using C/C++ and C#.
• Execute assigned projects and tasks involving software design, documentation, verification, and validation for sonar systems.
• Perform technical reviews, design analyses, and the development and selection of hardware and mission‑critical software.
• Modify and enhance existing software for operational systems or test facilities.
• Conduct analyses for computer hardware and software development or implementation; structure work to enable clear progress assessment.
• Provide independent validation and verification of design concepts and implementation approaches.
• Develop, test, and document software code, and support integration into higher‑level assemblies as required.
• Perform software configuration management to ensure all code reflects the current version and revision level.
• Implement review and oversight procedures to evaluate design activities for compliance with customer requirements, company standards, engineering best practices, and quality system procedures.
• Ensure assigned tasks meet technical, schedule, and quality requirements. Identify and report issues, recommending corrective actions or alternatives when cost or schedule risks are identified.
• Prepare design review materials in support of SRR, PDR, CDR, and other technical audits.
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with customers, suppliers, colleagues, industry groups, government agencies, and the community.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer / Electrical, or Electronics Engineering or equivalent and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing software in C/C++, C# languages.
• At least 2 years of experience in embedded software, and user interface (UI) software development on Windows and Linux desktop platforms.
• At least 2 years of practical knowledge of project management.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within the job area, with comprehensive knowledge and skills in a specific technical discipline and a broad understanding of related functions.
• Professional experience in project management, software metrics, team leadership, and EVMS.
• Ability to independently contribute to software requirements development,…