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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Ground Systems Communication Network Software Engineer to join our team! In this role you will work as a technical staff member of the GMD Communication Network (GCN) team, supporting GCN software engineering, development, test, and delivery activities. This role is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness and security of the communication network that serves as the foundation for the GMD System.
What You'll Be Doing:
Support the GCN team in developing software requirements and verification criteria, defining system build content, and establishing test and deployment strategies.
Provide technical expertise and advisory support to GMN regarding development contractor sustainment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all software and applications running on GCN equipment racks.
Evaluate the development contractor's deployment and configuration of cyber security tools (such as Splunk, Snort, Wazuh) to ensure effective monitoring of network health, threat detection, and security compliance.
Provide technical assessment and recommendations to the Government regarding the development contractor’s architecture, administration, and sustainment of virtualized environments and associated software across the GCN infrastructure.
Assist GMN in overseeing and coordinating GCN software integration efforts with other Ground System sub-products (fire control, in-flight interceptor communication, silo/launch support), C2BMC, and other Missile Defense System stakeholders.
Provide support in the technical evaluation of development contractor proposals and review project documentation, identifying technical and programmatic issues, risks, and recommending actionable mitigation solutions to GMN leadership.
Assist GMN in the preparation, execution, and follow-up for system requirements reviews, design reviews, project status reviews, and test and acceptance events.
Develop and present technical reports, white papers, and briefings to support Government decision-making at Engineering Review Boards (ERB) and other stakeholder discussions.
Travel as required (estimated 10%).
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Master’s degree in a related STEM discipline is required.
Minimum of 12 years of direct experience in software engineering is required.
Experience in missile defense or a related DoD environment is highly desired.
Demonstrated knowledge of cyber analysis tools such as Splunk, Wazuh, or Elastic is required.
Proficiency with virtual machines (VMs) and managing virtualized environments is required.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills are required.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is required.
An active security clearance (SECRET or above) is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
MDA experience desired.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in a related STEM discipline
- Minimum of 12 years of direct experience in software engineering
- Active Secret security clearance (SECRET or above)
- Demonstrated knowledge of cyber analysis tools such as Splunk, Wazuh, or Elastic
- Proficiency with virtual machines (VMs) and managing virtualized environments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Experience in missile defense or a related DoD environment
- MDA (Missile Defense Agency) experience
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
