
Description
Description
SAIC is seeking multiple motivated, creative, and ambitious UAS Software Engineers to join the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) Joint Technology Center – Systems Integration Lab (JSIL) Tech Center in Huntsville, AL. The candidate will be part of a dynamic and multidisciplinary team developing advanced computer systems architectures and solutions for the U.S. Army and Air Force Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Ground Control Stations.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintain and update key software applications built with various program languages against mission-critical systems running across various Operating Systems, Virtual Machines, and microservices
• Performs hands-on software system development from lab to field application against Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) systems
• Analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls
• Prepare unit tests and operating instructions on application usage when in operation within tactical systems
• Designs and develops autonomous services, desktop applications, scripts, and utility programs, with the end product designated to be special use and customized software
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience; four (4) years of experience are accepted in lieu of a degree
Required Clearance:
- An Interim Secret Clearance is required to begin employment; must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance to maintain employment
Required Skills:
• Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Python, C++
• Experience with Full stack software development practices
• Experience with software integration, message handling, and data exchange protocols
• Familiarity with API inputs and outputs
• Understanding of markup languages (e.g., XML, YAML, HTML)
• Understanding of software development lifecycle, version control, and agile methodologies
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux OS
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices
• Analytical and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and projects and to work independently
• Proficiency in the Rust programming languages is a plus
• Experience with containerization (i.e. Docker and/or Podman)
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