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Job Description:
Parsons is seeking an exceptionally talented Sr. M&S Software Developer to join our team! In this role, you will be a key member of a collaborative development team of engineers and software developers, working together to assess systems and develop medium-to-high fidelity software models of real-world threat weapon systems that accurately capture the capabilities and limitations of both emerging and fielded systems.
What You'll Be Doing:
Develop and enhance software digital twins using C++ and Python on Windows and Linux platforms, including:
Modeling advanced threat systems such as Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (SAMs), radar platforms, and missile seekers
Developing high-fidelity propagation effects, including terrain masking, refraction, and over-the-horizon propagation
Creating tracking filters and signal processing chains for radar and electronic warfare systems
Support simulation studies and integrate models into larger mission-level simulations.
Develop algorithms and techniques for Sensors, Missiles, and C4, including active/passive detection, clutter modeling, electronic attack, waveform selection, adaptive beamforming, and weapon/target assignment optimization.
Understand and develop engineering designs provided by the customer, collaborating with the team to create software models at the required fidelity to meet customer goals.
Define requirements and design solutions for modeling and simulation (M&S) software.
Plan, develop, and execute automated unit, system, and system-of-systems tests.
Participate in technical discussions to support both near-term and long-term planning.
Collaborate within a team environment and mentor junior and mid-level software developers.
Required Clearance:
Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess an active Secret clearance.
Must be willing and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent with 12+ years of experience, OR
Bachelor’s degree with 17+ years of experience.
Strong programming skills in C++ and Python.
Experience developing products with regular release cycles.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with technical teams and classified customers.
Experience in DevOps or DevSecOps environments.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
Software development experience in a DevOps or DevSecOps environment.
Experience working in an AGILE software development team.
Experience mentoring junior team members.
Experience designing, developing, or operating code for distributed processing environments.
Experience working with environmental datasets, Command-and-Control, and RF propagation.
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required to apply, however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance prior to the start date.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: $148,300.00 - $266,900.00We 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
- U.S. Citizen
- Active Secret security clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent with 12+ years experience OR Bachelor's degree with 17+ years experience
- Strong programming skills in C++ and Python
- Experience developing products with regular release cycles
- Experience in DevOps or DevSecOps environments
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience working in an Agile software development team
- Experience mentoring junior team members
- Experience designing, developing, or operating code for distributed processing environments
- Experience with environmental datasets, Command-and-Control, and RF propagation
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Parsons Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Parsons Corporation.
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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.
