Entarian is seeking a Scientific Software Engineer - RF/Space Weather Research to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Space Warfare Directorate.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Helping to build enduring RF processing software assets to continuously deliver innovative RF impact products to DoD missions
- Applying software ingenuity to creating key integration gateways between science code and computing infrastructure
- Promoting API-first approach and deliver robust software implementation
- Designing and implementing large-scale automated numeric regression testing infrastructure similar to NOAA UFS HST
Work is performed at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM, with the possibility of an on-site or hybrid work schedule.
Salary range: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00
Minimum Qualifications- US Active Secret level clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or another relevant field
Minimum of 5 years of experience developing in Python, Fortran, C/C++ in a Unix/Linux development environment
Must have at least 3 years experience with command line and shell scripting in developing numerical computational analytical software, preferably in support of scientific research and development working with large scientific datasets
Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience or background in space weather science or ionosphere physics and RF communication and radar
- Experience architecting Kubernetes solutions
- Experience with OGC and geospatial programming
Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.
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Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Skills Required
- US Active Secret security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- At least 5 years of software development experience using Python, Fortran, and C/C++ in a Unix/Linux environment
- At least 3 years of command-line and shell scripting experience developing numerical computational analytical software
- Experience supporting scientific research and development involving large scientific datasets
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience or background in space weather science, ionosphere physics, RF communication, or radar
- Experience architecting Kubernetes solutions
- Experience with OGC and geospatial programming
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Entarian delivers science, engineering, and technology solutions for defense and federal civilian missions. The company integrates space systems, data modeling and analysis, cybersecurity, and secure enterprise and mission environments, enabling actionable insight from the enterprise to the tactical edge. Its work supports weather data, satellite operations, search and rescue, network infrastructure, and other mission-critical government programs for national security and public safety.
