Software Development Engineer (SDE

About Us:

JSL Technologies, Inc. (JSL) is a certified Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) and Veteran-Owned government contractor delivering engineering, logistics, and program support services to the Department of Defense (DoD). With a team of more than 200 professionals, we focus on delivering practical, innovative, and cost-effective solutions that move missions forward.

Headquartered in Oxnard, California, JSL provides high-quality support to customers nationwide. Our organization is built on a culture of integrity, collaboration, and accountability, where talented professionals are empowered to perform at a high level and continuously improve. JSL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

JSL Technologies is seeking a motivated Software Developer to support the Tactical Air Range Integration Facility (TARIF) program — someone who wants more than just a job, but a long-term career. Our goal is to mentor, challenge, and grow you into a Subject Matter Expert (SME) over the next decade.

If you are a Junior developer, you will be paired with senior engineers, provided hands‑on training, and fast‑tracked toward becoming a self‑sufficient Journeyman. If you are more experienced, we are fully prepared to hire at a higher labor category and adjust salary and compensation to align with your experience.

You will work in a collaborative, cross‑functional team providing software engineering and lifecycle assistance for TARIF.

(Executed under mentorship at the Junior level; executed independently at the Journeyman level)

• Full Lifecycle Development:
  Research, design, implement, and test TARIF software applications and specialized utility programs. Identify areas for modification and write efficient, reliable code.
• Requirements & Analysis:
  Analyze user needs and develop software solutions by applying principles of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.
• Build & Fielding:
  Generate deployment scripts and supporting products to create build media for target systems. Support field installations and configurations.
• Maintenance & Debugging:
  Troubleshoot, debug, maintain, and improve existing software. Formally document and analyze software deficiency reports (DR) using bug‑tracking systems.
• Database Management:
  Maintain and coordinate database development within application areas.

• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely and cross‑functionally with computer hardware engineers, system administrators, and network specialists to integrate complex hardware and software systems.
• Frontline Support:
  Interface directly with users of fielded systems to capture feedback, assist with technical support, and translate operational needs into software requirements.
• Project Execution:
  Manage multiple tasks concurrently, meeting critical deadlines through self‑directed planning, tracking, and reporting.

• Real‑Time Systems:
  Develop and modify software that provides real‑time control of external devices (radar systems, target tracking, communication channels) and real‑time graphical presentations of range operations.
• Simulations & Modeling:
  Support the delivery of simulations, software models, and prototypes for targets and multi‑spectral threat systems (RF, UV, IR, EO) for Air Combat Training Systems (ACTS).

Secure Development:
Ensure all products meet strict DoD cybersecurity standards. Utilize static code analysis and support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to provide technical evidence of software security

• Junior Level: 3 years of software development experience, with a BA/BS degree or an applicable basic certification. Performs duties under the oversight of senior staff with a high drive to learn and advance.
• Strong foundational or advanced proficiency writing source code in C++.
• Hands‑on proficiency with Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Experience using Visual Studio and Qt Creator IDEs.
• A growth mindset and high desire to learn real‑time systems, secure coding, and military range…