This role will conduct coding, debugging, testing and troubleshooting under the supervision of a project or task lead, supporting a group's software development objectives.
Essential Functions:
- Develop software applications based on defined requirements and create increasingly complex software at the object/class and application level
- Write documentation, both in and outside of source files, so others can understand the intention and purpose of code elements.
- Proactively identify, document, and resolve issues through testing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
- Communicate technical concepts and present project results to stakeholders, including management and external customers.
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in software engineering and other areas relevant to SSCI (navigation, mission planning, autonomy, etc.)
- This role requires the ability to sit or stand at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
- This role may require occasional travel when necessary.
- May require the ability to push/pull/lift up to 15 pounds
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DOD Security Clearance.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Math, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, or Data Science, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of progressive software engineering experience in a related industry including relevant experience with software development/R&D of AI for Robotics, Machine Learning, Robot Planning/Optimization Techniques, and/or Autonomous Uncrewed Systems Software.
- Experience with modern software development tool chains and processes.
- Experience with C/C++, Python, and/or project-specific required languages (e.g. Java, Rust, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s of Science degree
- Experience with DoD or other common robotics and datalink architecture standards (especially OMS, ROS, and AFSIM, but also FACE, DDS, STANAG 4586, J-Series, etc.)
- Experience with modern software development tool chains and processes, including build, test, and documentation methodologies (git/Gitlab/Github, Confluence/Jira, CI/CD, build automation tools, automated test methodologies, Model-Based System Engineering tools and techniques, etc.)
- Experience in Linux-based development environments
- Must be able to effectively communicate orally and possess technical writing skills, including writing clear documentation for developed code
- Able to work effectively as part of an integration-focused development team.
- Able to identify, analyze, and creatively solve complex problems.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Benefits
- Salary: $108,000 - $131,000 (Depends on Experience)
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- Free Food & Snacks
- Wellness Resources
- Summer 9/80 work schedule
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Math, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, or Data Science, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of progressive software engineering experience, including development/R&D of AI for Robotics, Machine Learning, Robot Planning/Optimization, and/or Autonomous Uncrewed Systems Software.
- Experience with modern software development tool chains and processes.
- Experience with C/C++, Python, and/or project-specific languages (e.g., Java, Rust).
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance.
What We Do
Architects of Autonomy Noted technologies such as autonomy, artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision are rightfully touted for their enabling potential for national defense and scientific exploration. At Scientific Systems, we develop and holistically connect these technologies together to provide disruptive, offsetting capabilities for unmanned systems, enabling them to make intelligent decisions and collaborate across the domains of space, air, land, and sea. We’ve spent the past 40 years pioneering innovations, including advancements in mission autonomy, for all branches of the U.S. military, DARPA, NASA and more.








