PHOENIX DEFENSE is now accepting applications for a JLCCTC (Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability) SOFTWARE ENGINEER I - VI (simulation software focus) in Orlando, FL. Please note there are multiple positions available within this job category.

Phoenix Defense and its group of companies is an agile provider of engineering, manufacturing, information technology, Modeling & Simulation and logistics services to the defense, aerospace, and critical infrastructure markets. The company is made up of talented experts, with years of defense and commercial industry experience, who reliably solve technical and programmatic challenges related to aerospace design and manufacturing, as well as complex logistical challenges related to delivery of critical infrastructure (Medical, Energy, IT and Transportation).

Phoenix Defense, recognized on the 2019 & 2020 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America, is looking for talent that can easily integrate into a success-oriented team environment where the focus is on positive customer engagement and outcomes in the form of superior quality and on time delivery permeates our culture.

We recognize great talent through empowering employees to succeed while offering:

• TOP TIER PTO (PAID TIME OFF) 
• 10 PAID HOLIDAYS 
• MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION THE FIRST OF THE PRECEDING MONTH AFTER HIRE
• EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE REIMBURSEMENT
• LTD, 401K AND OTHER OPTIONAL BENEFITS

SUMMARY:

The SOFTWARE ENGINEER reports up through the JLCCTC (Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability) Engineering Management team and performs software design, code, unit test, integration and testing to satisfy project requirements.  Additionally, this position will be assigned other projects or tasks in alignment with the level and scope of the position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creates use cases and performs object-oriented analysis and design with close interaction with customer and domain experts.
• Develops testing routines and/or procedures.
• Creates flowcharts and other documentations to identify requirements for software and to propose possible solutions.
• Coordinates with hardware engineers and other staff to forecast whether the design will be feasible under cost and time constraints.
• Adheres to strict CMMI quality procedures to ensure first time quality in delivered products.
• Performs software requirements analysis and may lead subsystem level development teams.
• Directs software programming and development of documentation.
• Applies computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the software development process.
• May lead small development teams in terms of task breakdown, progress tracking, and technical issue resolution to ensure product success.
• Provides technical support for software maintenance or use.
• Communicates with customers and clients to establish maintenance procedures for software systems.
• Domestic and International travel to Military Installations in support of JLCCTC Program activities may be required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field required
• Minimum of One (1) to Nine (9) years of experience (dependent on level of position) in the software development industry or simulation experience
• Prefer experience with JLCCTC or similar constructive M&S software
• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Understanding of FOMs (Federation Object Models)
• Have significant JavaScript, Java, C# and/or C++ experience
• Experience writing Python Scripts
• Experience using OpenGL or WebGL
• Experience working with service-based architectures
• Experience with distributed systems
• Experience with SVN or Git for configuration management
• Junit or protractor for dev testing
• Military Simulation experience (JLCCTC preferred)
• Preferred experience with development methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or TSP
• Experience using Relational Database Management Systems such as Postgres, MySQL, SQL Server, and/or Oracle
• Experience using an IDE such as Microsoft Visual Studio or Eclipse
• Experience using a source code repository such as BitBucket, Mercurial, GIT, or Subversion
• Experience using a defect management system such as Bugzilla, JIRA, or Fogbugz
• Experience using Microsoft Office Products such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Holds a current minimum DOD Secret security clearance
• Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is be operated in an office and/or computer lab type environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision while performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

Phoenix Logistics, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.