Senior Software Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Senior Software Engineer with Security Clearance
Worker Type Regular

Job Description

Job Summary The Senior Software Engineer will serve as a key technical contributor, designing and delivering advanced software capabilities in support of national security operations. This role demands deep expertise across the software development lifecycle-from requirements analysis and system architecture through implementation, testing, and deployment. You'll work in a fast-paced, highly secure environment where innovation, precision, and accountability matter. Position Responsibilities
* Analyze, design, and develop complex software systems in Windows or UNIX environments

* Build and deploy mission-critical applications using modern scripting and compiled languages (e.g., C, C++, C#, Java, Python)

* Lead development teams and provide technical guidance across multiple projects

* Coordinate software installation, configuration, and performance validation with system engineers

* Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Bamboo, or similar tools

* Containerize and deploy applications using Docker, Artifactory, or other Dev Sec Ops  tools

* Select and implement software development processes that align with customer and system engineering requirements

* Ensure quality control through automated testing and rigorous documentation

* Implement scalable, secure solutions using modern deployment technologies like Ansible, Packer, and Terraform

* Contribute to requirements definition, performance tuning, and continuous improvement initiatives Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

* Minimum 15+ years of relevant experience in application software development

* Extensive background in building, deploying, and supporting enterprise-grade applications

* Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools, build systems, and containerization

* Proven ability to lead complex development efforts and mentor junior engineers

* Active TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph Desired Competencies
* Strong background in Dev Sec Ops  practices and Agile methodologies

* Familiarity with performance optimization in high-security environments

* Experience integrating with distributed systems and mission platforms Salary Range: $220,000 - $240,000 Compensation & Benefits The Blue Halo, an AV Company pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.

Clearance Level Top Secret with Poly ITAR Requirement: T his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Aero Vironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Aero Vironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.

See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  . We also encourage you to…