Job Summary
SSTi is seeking a Software Engineer in safety-critical software development for missile systems and weapon system test equipment. The ideal candidate will drive design, development, integration, and test efforts for Aegis Weapons Systems.
Key Responsibilities
Provide software development for missile system communications test sets and virtual operational missile (VOM) programs
Provide software development for SM-2, SM-3, SM-6, and ESSM Communications Test Sets and Monitor & Control Units
Implement and support Kill Assessment System (KAS) playback and real-time data analysis
Interface with MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) and Aegis Weapon System (AWS) components
Participate in Waterfront Integration Tests (WITs), land-based tests, and flight test events
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Experience in software engineering and writing code in C++ and VxWorks
Active Secret security clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting Aegis BMD, AAW, and missile flight test programs
Familiarity with Standard Missile initialization messages and telemetry formats
Experience with hardware/software integration for missile simulators and test equipment
Experience with VxWorks RTOS, including SMP and multi-core architectures
Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and federal holidays
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Experience in software engineering and writing code in C++ and VxWorks
- Active Secret security clearance
- Experience supporting Aegis BMD, AAW, and missile flight test programs
- Familiarity with Standard Missile initialization messages and telemetry formats
- Experience with hardware/software integration for missile simulators and test equipment
- Experience with VxWorks RTOS, including SMP and multi-core architectures
What We Do
SSTi is a trusted engineering and technology solutions provider headquartered in Voorhees, NJ, serving government agencies, Department of Defense programs, prime contractors and commercial enterprises since 1987. It specializes in systems engineering, software development, data analysis, testing and evaluation, safety engineering and Risk Management Framework (RMF) support, including cybersecurity compliance, and supports defense and combat system programs such as Aegis and ballistic missile defense.
