Software Engineer

Location:

State College, PA (100% Onsite)
Security Clearance:
Active Top Secret (must be transferable to TS/SCI)
Position Overview

Step into a high-impact role at the forefront of aerospace and defense technology. As a Senior Java Software Engineer, you will be a vital member of our Satellite Ground Systems Team, developing cutting-edge solutions that ensure global communication, surveillance, and defense capabilities. You will work in a modern Linux-based environment utilizing Agile and Dev Ops methodologies to push the boundaries of satellite technology.

• Software Engineering: Design, develop, implement, and test advanced Java and Python-based applications for mission-critical satellite ground systems.
• System Modernization: Work alongside legacy platform teams to modernize workloads and migrate them onto current automated pipelines.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with systems engineers, hardware designers, and other software stakeholders to define requirements and deliver high-performance, reliable solutions.
• Full Lifecycle Support: Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, and system integration activities to ensure scalability and performance.
• Standard Compliance: Follow established software processes for documentation, requirements management, and maintenance of internal/external interfaces.
• Continuous Innovation: Stay state-of-the-art by learning the intricacies of satellite ground systems and adopting the latest development tools.

• Security Clearance: An active and transferable Top Secret clearance (eligible for crossover to TS/SCI) is required prior to start. U.S. Citizenship is mandatory.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics).
• Experience: 5+ years of recent, hands-on experience in object-oriented software design and development using Java in a Linux or UNIX environment.
• Testing: Proven experience using unit testing tools such as JUnit
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• Scripting: Professional experience with Python
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• Methodology: Direct experience developing software in an Agile/Dev Ops environment.

• Leadership: Prior experience leading a technical team is highly desired.
• Dev Ops Tools: Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Maven, Jira, Git, Bit Bucket, and Confluence.
• Quality & Security: Experience with Sonar Qube, SQL, and secure coding practices within a defense or aerospace setting.
• Certifications: CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with satellite communication systems and protocols.
• Advanced Degree: Master’s degree in a STEM-related field.