We are seeking an X-Lab Software Engineer to support our client in Colorado Springs.

This position will focus on the integration of the R&D systems into and will contribute to other ongoing X-Lab projects as needed. This includes the assessment on how prototype systems perform, integrating source tracks into the prototype and assessing track processing results, generating and assessing concurrent radar and sensor tracks during M&S and live flight test events, and enhancing experimental prototypes based on results of these activities. The Software Engineer will apply these results to identify and work to enhance the program for future operations.

The successful Software Engineer will also be responsible for the following:

• Assist with planning, scheduling and development of verification analysis tools

• Coordinate, develop and maintain analysis and test tracking tools

• Ensure proper backup/archiving of test products and analysis datasets

• Develop and maintain analysis tools in accordance with requirements provided by the test analysts including Excel-based tools (VBA) Java-based tools

Experience Required

• Experience with Java
• Experience with the Linux environment
• Experience with using and maintaining relational databases
• Experience in the use of software test and analysis tools
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills

Desired

• Experience with other object oriented software such as Python, C++/C#
• Bash or similar scripting experience
• Use of spreadsheets for data analysis and associated tools
• Development of software test and analysis tools
• Development and automation of data management processes and tools
• Strong teamwork skills
• Security+ certification
• Top Secret/SCI

Technical Skills Required

• The X-Lab is a very fast-paced and dynamic environment. The X-Lab is responsible for developing and integrating future-capability prototypes for the Missile Defense System including Sensor/Weapon Integration, Algorithm Development, User Interface Development and other critical leading-edge missile defense technologies. The X-Lab has a need to augment the team with a mid-level Software Engineer that holds a Secret Clearance (Top Secret/SCI is preferred) and possesses demonstrable skills in the following areas:
• Full-cycle software engineering of new capabilities
• Basic Systems Engineering understanding to drive software design
• Software development with Java (or other object-oriented language)
• Object-Oriented development principles and patterns
• Generate detailed and repeatable tests
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess an understanding of Agile software development processes and principles and be able to communicate the desired capabilities to a diverse group of developers, engineers, subject matter experts, and system users
• Should be comfortable with rapidly changing requirements, design challenges that require novel solutions, fast-paced activities, and tight deadlines