What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software & Simulation Engineer position at Eastern Research Group, Inc.?
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ERG is seeking a Software & Simulation Engineer to provide technical expertise and engineering support at the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) - Indian Head Division. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical test and simulation programs supporting the U.S. Navy.
This is a fulltime onsite position at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Indian Head, MD, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA. Flexible work schedules may be considered.
Job Description:- Provide software and simulation support for the operation and maintenance of the Functional Ground Test (FGT) platform
- Develop, integrate, and evaluate software and simulation models for real-time applications, including missile and flight simulations
- Interpret software requirements, algorithms, and interface specifications to assess software and system performance
- Operate and troubleshoot computer-based test systems and components, including Global Positioning System (GPS) simulators and data processing/recording equipment
- Conduct software testing in accordance with approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other procedures
- Prepare and present technical documentation, including test plans, test readiness reviews, test reports, and version description documents
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and external partners to integrate and evaluate software solutions
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited institution
- 3 - 7 years of experience with computer-based test systems and simulation environments
- Proficiency in real-time software development, interface programming (Ethernet, serial, parallel I/O), and data processing/evaluation programming
- Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and optionally Linux operating systems
- Experience with IntervalZero RTX, Microsoft Visual Studio, and programming languages such as FORTRAN, C/C , Ada, and optionally Python
- Strong technical writing skills, with experience developing test plans, procedures, and software documentation
- Ability to conduct testing following approved SOPs and ensure accuracy and compliance in all test activities
- Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
- Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
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