ML​/Data Science Software Engineer Security Clearance

Position: ML/Data Science Software Engineer 101817 with Security Clearance
ML/Data Science Software Engineer

Location:

State College, PA.
Required Clearance:
Top Secret/SCI Since 1999, ITEC has been a powerhouse in supporting mission-critical programs for the DoD and Intelligence community, building a solid reputation along the way. At ITEC, we don’t just care for our employees—we champion them with competitive salaries, an outstanding employee care program, and a benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, and a 401k.

U.S. Citizenship Mandatory:
Due to our US federal government contract, candidates for this position are required to be a US Citizen and will be subject to a background investigation.

Job Description:

In the ML/Data Science Software Engineering role, you will design, develop, and test AI/ML, Java and Python code in a Linux, Agile, Dev Ops environment. We are at the forefront of aerospace and defense technology. Our Satellite Ground Systems Team plays a pivotal role in ensuring communication, surveillance, and defense capabilities through cutting-edge satellite systems. We invite you to be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of what's possible.

Due to the security clearance requirement, this is an onsite position in our State College, PA office.

Job Responsibilities:

* Design, develop, and maintain advanced software applications for our Satellite Ground Systems.
* Collaborate closely with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software engineers to deliver reliable and high-performance software solutions.
* Design, implement, and test AI, ML, Java and Python based applications and software components for satellite ground systems.
* Work in parallel with legacy platform teams to eventually migrate workloads onto your pipelines.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and specifications.
* Work with previously written code and make modifications as necessary.
* Ensure software performance, reliability, and scalability.
* Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and system integration activities.
* Contribute to the completion of program and project milestones under the specific guidance of their immediate supervisor.
* Follow established Software processes and procedures, development, documentation and maintenance/management of operations concepts, requirements (system, element, segment level), external and internal interfaces, and other software engineering work products/artifacts.

Required Skills:

* Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and two (2) years of Software Engineering experience.
* Experience in object-oriented software design and development using Java or Python in a Linux environment.
* Experience with unit testing tools (e.g., JUnit).
* Experience in Machine Learning and Data Science.
* Experience working with large datasets and performing data analysis.
Desired

Skills:

* Strong analytical skills and proactive problem-solving abilities, with a deep understanding of AI/ML technologies, cloud architecture, and enterprise software.
* Security+ certification.
* Experience with Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes.
* Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, Bit Bucket).
* Experience with cloud computing platform (e.g. AWS or Azure).
* Experience with satellite communication systems and protocols is highly preferred.
* Familiarity with secure coding practices, especially in a defense or aerospace setting.
ITEC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Manpower Group Public Sector.