Entarian is seeking a Software Developer - Space Weather Scientific Software to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Space Warfare Directorate.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Researching and developing space weather science phenomenology modeling, prediction, and forecast from science algorithms/prototypes into operational software applications, and advancing current R2O practices in methodology, processes, tools, etc.
Hands-on coding as well as technical management of interacting with customers.
Designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining space weather science applications and perform full life-cycle software development activities.
Work is located at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM, but can be performed remotely with travel to Kirtland AFB up to 2 times per year up to 2-3 weeks.
Salary range: $110,000.00 - $122,000.00
Minimum Qualifications- US Active Secret level clearance
BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in general software engineering development in delivering mission-critical system applications, preferably science-based systems supporting NOAA/NASA/DoD
- Familiarity with AGILE software development practices with the ability to use and maintain make-based build tools and SCM-Git for large-scale and distributed software development
- Experience in developing with C/Fortran/C++, and Python in Linux environments
- Excellent verbal written communications skills
- Must be self-motivated and adaptable in a dynamic hybrid R&D and production environment
- Experience in developing Cloud-native applications and helping to mature DevSecOps and Platform Engineering practices
- Ability to rescue/reverse-engineer troubled scientific code
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders and gathering detailed user requirements
- Master's degree
Experience or background in space weather science
- Javascript/HTML/CSS web programming experience
- Knowledge in conducting and managing system-level testing
- Knowledgeable about information assurance practices in compliance with best practices security policies and procedures
- Familiarity with research-2-operations (R2O) methodology
- GitOps, and other foundational AWSGovCloud technology
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, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- At least 5 years of software engineering development experience delivering mission-critical system applications
- Familiarity with Agile software development practices
- Experience using and maintaining Make-based build tools and Git source control
- Experience developing with C, Fortran, C++, and Python in Linux environments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated and adaptable in hybrid research and production environments
- Experience developing cloud-native applications and supporting DevSecOps and platform engineering practices
- Ability to rescue or reverse-engineer troubled scientific code
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders and gathering detailed user requirements
- Master’s degree
- Experience or background in space weather science
- JavaScript, HTML, and CSS web programming experience
- Knowledge of system-level testing
- Knowledge of information assurance practices and security policies
- Familiarity with research-to-operations methodology
- GitOps and AWS GovCloud technology experience
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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.
