Software Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description Overview This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company. Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism. V2X seeks a results-driven Software Engineer to join our engineering teams working to develop advanced systems specializing in spectrum sharing, spectrum control, interference deconfliction, and automated system control. These applications may be specific to afloat Navy vessels and systems. As a result, any experience with afloat Navy combat, EW, radar, or other C4ISR systems is helpful. Additionally, you may work alongside our Machine Learning Engineers to implement new Machine Learning advancements to legacy software applications. Applicants are not required to have experience in Machine Learning, however experience working in an Agile Software Development environment and experience with web development is preferred. In addition to working with a highly professional team, V2X offers a comprehensive salary, vacation, and benefits package. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, exciting environment, collaborating with the customer and other team members to rapidly innovate, produce, and field excellent software. This position requires an active US DoD SECRET Security Clearance. Work location is in Arlington, VA. Applicants must be local to the DC Metro Area and/or able to work in Arlington when required. Opportunities for telework will be limited due to work classification. Local travel is required with the possibility of regional travel as needed, expected less than 5% of the time. Responsibilities Major Job Activities: In this role you will be expected to have an in-depth software engineering knowledge and be able to adapt to writing code using MATLAB and Python. You will be expected to demonstrate experience in developing code, tests, and debugging software. The work required shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following tasks: Work as part of a team that writes full software applications that provide functionality for our customers. Applications are usually tailored to a specific RF related activity or system. Be able to implement a RF model from a specification such as an International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Recommendations. These types of specifications usually include a specification of inputs, a set of equations and instructions for implementing the model and require a basic understanding of RF M&S to implement. Provide quick turn tailoring of current software to new / adapting customer requirements. Profile tools and improve performance as required. Bring value or provide enhancement to previously developed tools and applications including resource efficiency improvements, large dataset handling, simple Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) functions, parallelization, and integration with newer more advanced software applications. Write software documentation and justify software development process to customers as required. Properly comment software code to ensure knowledge transfer to future developers. Coordinate with the customers and other team members to ensure problem solution, appropriate risk reduction, and user satisfaction. Work with a team to conduct software engineering best practices, such as code reviews, unit testing, and software static analysis. Be able to implement new software development process metrics as they are required by the government customer. Conduct research into new coding techniques and ways to improve our software products. Qualifications Education / Certifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. Required Experience: 5 or more years of experience in software design, engineering, or programming. Must have experience writing software for science or engineering projects. Must be able to analyze information; design, develop, and document software with an understanding of complete software development life-cycle. Experience with the successful design, development and implementation of multiple software components and systems. Knowledge of a scripting language such as MATLAB or Python. Development experience in Windows with a basic knowledge of Linux operating systems. Proven experience in solving challenging technical problems. Experience with a source control tool such as git. Experience with a software lifecycle management tool such as Azure DevOps or JIRA. Experience with writing unit tests. Experience performing code reviews. Must be a self-motivated performer and work well both as an individual as well as in small groups to accomplish unique mission objectives. Clearance Requirement: Active US DoD Secret Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Solid experience developing in MATLAB and/or Python. Experience with one of the following machine learning frameworks: scikit-learn, pytorch, tensorflow. Additional Information: (applicable to Full-Time hires only) Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401(k) Life AD&D Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Other ancillary plans Time Off Paid Time Off (PTO) Holidays Bereavement Jury Duty We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. Responsibilities Major Job Activities: In this role you will be expected to have an in-depth software engineering knowledge and be able to adapt to writing code using MATLAB and Python. You will be expected to demonstrate experience in developing code, tests, and debugging software. The work required shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following tasks: Work as part of a team that writes full software applications that provide functionality for our customers. Applications are usually tailored to a specific RF related activity or system. Be able to implement a RF model from a specification such as an International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Recommendations. These types of specifications usually include a specification of inputs, a set of equations and instructions for implementing the model and require a basic understanding of RF M&S to implement. Provide quick turn tailoring of current software to new / adapting customer requirements. Profile tools and improve performance as required. Bring value or provide enhancement to previously developed tools and applications including resource efficiency improvements, large dataset handling, simple Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) functions, parallelization, and integration with newer more advanced software applications. Write software documentation and justify software development process to customers as required. Properly comment software code to ensure knowledge transfer to future developers. Coordinate with the customers and other team members to ensure problem solution, appropriate risk reduction, and user satisfaction. Work with a team to conduct software engineering best practices, such as code reviews, unit testing, and software static analysis. Be able to implement new software development process metrics as they are required by the government customer. Conduct research into new coding techniques and ways to improve our software products. Qualifications Education / Certifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. Required Experience: 5 or more years of experience in software design, engineering, or programming. Must have experience writing software for science or engineering projects. Must be able to analyze information; design, develop, and document software with an understanding of complete software development life-cycle. Experience with the successful design, development and implementation of multiple software components and systems. Knowledge of a scripting language such as MATLAB or Python. Development experience in Windows with a basic knowledge of Linux operating systems. Proven experience in solving challenging technical problems. Experience with a source control tool such as git. Experience with a software lifecycle management tool such as Azure DevOps or JIRA. Experience with writing unit tests. Experience performing code reviews. Must be a self-motivated performer and work well both as an individual as well as in small groups to accomplish unique mission objectives. Clearance Requirement: Active US DoD Secret Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Solid experience developing in MATLAB and/or Python. Experience with one of the following machine learning frameworks: scikit-learn, pytorch, tensorflow. Additional Information: (applicable to Full-Time hires only) Benefits Medical Dental Vision 401(k) Life AD&D Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Other ancillary plans Time Off Paid Time Off (PTO) Holidays Bereavement Jury Duty We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage difference

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