Senior Software Engineer

Overview
SCCI is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team in support of a Weapon System Program. In this position you will provide direct support to rapid acquisition and tactical prototyping projects. The Software Engineer will work as an integral part of the engineering design teams, as well as with end-users, management, and sponsors throughout the design, integration and iterative test of prototypes and tactical systems. This is an on-site position located in Dahlgren, VA.

SCCI offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits, 401k with Company Match, time off consisting of 2 weeks of paid vacation, 48 hours of sick/personal leave, and 11 paid Holidays.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, integrate, test and deploy software in C for real-time tactical and simulation applications
• Work closely with engineers, managers, and critical stakeholders to understand performance and verification requirements
• Provide inputs to system architecture and design as part of a Tactical Software Development Team
• Generate and execute test cases to evaluate software performance, document results and communicate with the broader engineering team for system improvement
• Collect and analyze system test data
• Provide system test reports, documentation, and progress updates
• Interact with broader engineering team(s) to analyze software performance
• Participate in project reviews

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent professional experience
• Ten (10) years of professional experience in software development utilizing modern C programming (e.g., C 11 or later)
• Experience with multiple simulation environments, particularly NGTS, AFSIM, or the Integrated Threat Analysis and Simulation Environment (ITASE)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban)
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Proficiency in using debugging tools and code profiling
• Ability to write portable code across Windows and Linux environments
• Knowledge of build automation tools (e.g., CMake)
• Proficiency in unit testing frameworks (e.g., Google Test)
• Experience developing test plans, procedures, and strategies
• Proficiency with use of test diagnostic equipment
• Experience collecting, processing, and presenting test data
• Proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clear, logically sequenced, and grammatically correct documents
• Attention to detail in project documentation for content, formatting, consistency, and grammar
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, multitask, and manage priorities in a dynamic environment

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Linux Software development
• Experience with combat management systems and weapons systems (highly desired)
• Background in Real time tactical or aerodynamic model development
• Familiarity with AGILE development methodology
• Active DoD Security Clearance
• Familiarity with test plans, reports, and technical documentation
• Demonstrated experience working with engineers, HW/ SW developers, and management to gather necessary documentation, requirements, security, and safety information
• Demonstrated knowledge of interfacing systems such as weapon systems, sensor systems, and user interfaces

SCCI is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to meet the needs of employees and their families. EOE of Veterans and Disabilities.