Job Details

Are you an experienced Software Engineer (TS Clearance) with demonstrated experience in developing, integrating, testing, and supporting an Airborne Sensor System? Join us today!  

 As a Software Engineer you will:

• Participate in design/technical reviews to make recommendations on proposed engineering changes.
• Be an owner of the software configuration management strategy.
• Work in an empowered environment.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.

A week in the life of a Software Engineer:

• Provide a knowledge bridge between software developers and operators to address specific issues affecting capabilities. 
• Draft technical reports and provide reviews, evaluations, and recommendations.
• Coordinate with Fleet users to provide recommendations for prioritization of Software discrepancies to the program office.
• Review System Software Requirements mapping to Software Configuration Items to ensure all requirements are addressed.
• Investigate the feasibility of alternate software design approaches to determine the best balanced solution.
• Support development of operator interface to ensure the human machine interface meets the needs of the operators.
• Participate in formal system testing activities.
• Monitor, investigate, and track software problem reports, originating from operational users and contractor software test engineers.
• Participate in failure analysis discussions and propose corrective actions to address deficiencies.

• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or 10 years relevant experience with at least 3 years of software build and scripting experience.
• Excellent interpersonal/communications skills, and the ability to work as part of a team
• Must be able and willing to travel to northern Virginia approximately 25% of the time
• 6 years of experience supporting SAP programs and an ACAT I-D program
• Experience with Python programming
• Container (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• CompTIA security+ / CISSP
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7 operating system
• Understanding of OS operation in a cross-platform environment (Linux/Windows)

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies 
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National 
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $150,000-180,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.  AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.