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Associate Software Engineer

QinetiQ US
Massachusetts, MA Other
POSTED ON 6/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2027

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

 

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

 

Why Join QinetiQ US?

 

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is looking to hire a talented junior Software Engineer to support programs at our Franklin, MA facility. The selected applicant will wWork in a fast-paced environment supporting existing product lines including ground robots and Maritime systems.  They will gain exposure to a wide array of software technologies, and work with other engineering disciplines to solve complex problems. The selected applicant will also receive mentoring from subject matter experts in various areas to rapidly expand their engineering knowledge.

Responsibilities

  • Trouble shoot software for unmanned ground vehicles
  • Develop new features for existing systems
  • Develop scripts for production test fixtures
  • Develop UI features for robot controller software
  • Interface robot payloads such as environmental sensors and pan/tilt cameras
  • Work with network protocols such as UDP and CAN
  • Field test robotic systems
  • Troubleshoot issues during system integration

Required Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or Computer Engineering plus 0-2 years’ experience
  • Experience with C/C programming
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Strong attention to detail and quality
  • Flexible, self-started, desire to solve any problem
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security clearance if required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Participate in the development of embedded applications for micro controllers
  • Experience with bus protocols such as CAN, SPI, RS232, or I2C
  • Experience working in a Linux environment
  • Working knowledge of C#
  • Knowledge of UI development

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $64,400 -  $90,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

 

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

 

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Salary : $64,400 - $90,000

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