Airborne Countermeasure Dispensing Systems Software Engineer

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Jacksonville, FL, USA
In-Office
69K-158K Annually
Junior
Information Technology
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The Role
Develop, modify, test, optimize, and maintain embedded software for aircraft survivability and countermeasure dispensing systems. Design software supporting hardware functionality across device platforms, troubleshoot operational issues, reverse engineer software, and collaborate with cybersecurity specialists and cross-functional teams. Apply Agile practices, automated testing, and workflow automation while supporting mission-critical defense technologies. Candidates must complete a skills assessment and be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
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Airborne Countermeasure Dispensing Systems Software Engineer

The Opportunity:

As an embedded software engineer, you know how to create and maintain crucial pieces of software. You use your knowledge to write and optimize code that creates a bridge between pieces of software, allowing them to communicate. We’re looking for an embedded software engineer like you to develop technology for our clients’ most important mission-forward challenges.  

As an embedded software engineer at Booz Allen, you’ll support the development of systems, sites, and tools for our clients. Using the latest tools and technology, you’ll write, test, and edit code in support of the team’s overall results. You’ll strengthen your skills as you develop and reverse engineer software that supports hardware functionality on a wide range of devices, as well as configure solutions based on the platform being used. You’ll partner with team leadership to troubleshoot and correct operational issues, as well as with cybersecurity specialists to ensure that the software you’re creating is secure.  

Work with us to expand your tech skills and make a meaningful difference. 

Join us. The world can’t wait. 

You Have: 

  • 2+ years of experience designing software for aircraft survivability equipment, including countermeasure dispensing systems

  • 2+ years of experience designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications

  • 2+ years of experience with C/C++  

  • 2+ years of experience designing, developing, implementing and supporting embedded software that supports hardware functionality on a wide range of devices, and optimizing code based on the platform being used.  

  • Experience with embedded software languages and products  

  • Experience with Agile methodology, extreme programming, product management, and software products 

  • Experience creating solutions to complex problems within a collaborative, cross-functional team

  • Knowledge of software programming applications’ broader ecosystem and technical environment

  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance 

  • Bachelor's degree, or 5+ years of experience in software engineering 

Nice If You Have: 

  • 2+ years of experience with embedded software languages and products such as Java, JavaScript, Python, Reverse Engineering, Embedded Platforms, Android iOS, Swift, Wind River VxWorks, IDA Pro, OllyDbg, or Gdb Debugger  

  • Ability to acquire client requirements and resolve workflow problems through automation optimization 

  • Ability to work with automated testing tools to perform testing and maintenance 

  • Secret clearance 

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Skills Assessment As part of Booz Allen’s skills first hiring process, candidates must complete the required skills assessment to ensure they meet the Basic Qualifications for this role. Candidates must complete the assessment and meet the minimum proficiency threshold to continue in the hiring process.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,300.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

  • Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

  • Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

  • Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Skills Required

  • 2+ years designing software for aircraft survivability equipment, including countermeasure dispensing systems
  • 2+ years designing, modifying, developing, writing, and implementing software programming applications
  • 2+ years of experience with C/C++
  • 2+ years designing, developing, implementing, and supporting embedded software for hardware functionality across various devices
  • Experience with embedded software languages and products
  • Experience with Agile methodology, extreme programming, product management, and software products
  • Experience solving complex problems in collaborative, cross-functional teams
  • Knowledge of software programming applications' broader ecosystem and technical environment
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of software engineering experience
  • 2+ years of experience with technologies such as Java, JavaScript, Python, reverse engineering, embedded platforms, Android, iOS, Swift, Wind River VxWorks, IDA Pro, OllyDbg, or GDB
  • Ability to acquire client requirements and resolve workflow problems through automation optimization
  • Ability to use automated testing tools for testing and maintenance
  • Secret clearance
  • Completion of the required skills assessment and achievement of the minimum proficiency threshold

Booz Allen Hamilton Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Booz Allen Hamilton and has not been reviewed or approved by Booz Allen Hamilton.

  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits are anchored by a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match with immediate vesting and complemented by an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features strengthen long‑term financial security beyond base pay.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life, disability, mental health, and wellness incentives, with multiple plan options. Tax‑advantaged accounts and wellness contributions further enhance the breadth of coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time‑off benefits include paid holidays, PTO that grows with tenure, and paid parental leave with additional unpaid time available. Flexible scheduling and remote options support work‑life balance alongside formal leave.

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Year Founded: 1914

What We Do

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Why Work With Us

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