DIADS Novice Software Engineer

Description

Avarint Engineers focus on new development and maintenance of existing applications that support real-time simulation of and integrated air defense system (IADS, including radars, command and control (C2)) sites and weapon systems. Principal work activities include the analysis, design, implementation, testing and maintenance of C/C++ software products. The engineer will be required to develop technical specifications based on customer requirements and to provide estimates for assigned tasks. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Create code that meets design specifications, follows standards, and is easy to maintain

• Responsible for unit testing of all code components produced

• Implement new features into existing products 

• Troubleshoot, debug, and correct software anomalies

• Ensure that all enhancements, bug fixes, and new products are documented 

• Work with other teams to ensure project requirements are met 

• Provide information about the code and its behavior to non-technical customers and coworkers

• Explore problems and research various solutions to devise a work plan appropriate to solving the problems 

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Math or Physics 

• Programming coursework in common object-oriented languages (C++, C#, Java)

• Good communication and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to reason logically and provide rational solutions

• Detail-oriented 

• Ability to work well within a group or individually on projects 

• Candidate must meet eligibility requirements for a government security clearance

• A current government security clearance is a plus

• Domain expertise in effects-based simulation is a plus

• Domain expertise in operation of C2 systems is a plus

Why Avarint:

• 401(k) – No waiting period. 100% vested on date of hire.

• 3% company contribution in the first year of employment, and company contribution increases over time. Employee is not required to contribute to the plan to receive Avarint’s contribution.

• Health Insurance – No waiting period – competitive costs.

• Dental and vision insurance after 6 months. Employer-paid benefit for employees and dependents.

• Life insurance after 6 months. Employer-paid benefit for the employee.

• Generous paid time off, unlimited sick time, and 9 paid annual holidays.

• Avarint maintains an Affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce.

Avarint is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.