Principal Software Engineer- Secret Clearance

Overview

This position requires a Secret Clearance. Candidates who do not hold this clearance are not eligible for hire. Solidus is searching for a Principal Software Engineer. The selected candidate will contribute to multidiscipline engineering teams. Typical work involves the development of both engineering and production equipment, environments, and systems. As such, the candidate will contribute to the completion of all stages of product development for RMD weapon system products.

They will be expected to work, either as a part of a team or independently, to design, develop, and implement system level applications in support of producing and maintaining weapon system products. This is an on-site role based in Tucson, AZ.

Schedule:

9/80 work schedule.

• Design, develop and integrate object-oriented software applications using C#, C++ in Microsoft Visual Studio in a Windows operating System (OS).
• Prioritize and handle multiple software engineering tasks concurrently.
• Troubleshoot software and test equipment instrumentation.
• Work in a multidiscipline engineering team environment.
• Develop and derive requirements for software products.
• Lead and mentor junior software engineers.
• Provide test solutions to support production lines for our entire missile portfolio.
• Responsible for developing advanced Windows application solutions for all products.
• Designing with the latest technology and tools, and integrating state-of-the-art software solutions.
• Opportunities across all phases of the engineering lifecycle, including demonstrations, early engineering tests, design verification tests, production, and post-production sustainment.

• US Citizenship and an active Secret security clearance.
• Willingness to undergo comprehensive background investigation and pass a polygraph exam.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
• 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience in developing and integrating software applications using programming languages including but not limited to C++, C#, Java, Python or Visual Basic.
• Utilizing integrated development environments and debugging tools to troubleshoot software implementation and ensure integrity of the software products.
• Prior experience in Windows Operating System and Microsoft Visual Studio is required.
• Laboratory test instrumentation, electronics, and software (e.g., oscilloscopes, power supplies, digital multimeters).
• Cultural fit amongst a collaborative team environment.

• Experience with computer architecture and computer hardware optimization techniques.
• Experience of the development of software drivers for the operation of computer hardware interfaces.
• Experience in common computer hardware interfaces and data protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, or RS-422.
• Experience with Unified Modeling Language (UML) to visualize software architecture and design.
• Experience in software development life cycles, such as Waterfall and Agile.
• Experience with Software Configuration Management principles.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure Dev Ops Server or Git Hub.
• Written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience in leading teams/projects in a technical capacity.

Benefit selection, customer contractual specifications, relevant work experience, skills, competencies, certifications, and clearance status will influence the final salary.

Full benefits: $133,000 to $166,000 annually.

Reduced benefits (no medical, dental, vision):
Up to $180,000 annually.

Solidus offers you an exciting opportunity to tackle the nation’s greatest challenges applying innovation and expertise to produce cutting-edge results that have a long-lasting impact. We offer outstanding benefits, generous PTO and much more! Apply today to learn why Solidus has a 4.9/5 Star rating on Glassdoor!

Req

Solidus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities regarding all terms and conditions of employment to all employees and qualified applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Company will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Note:

Solidus does not accept applications from agencies, 3rd party vendors, or applications with incomplete information.