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Software Modeling Engineer – Missile Defense Systems

_Leidos National Security Sector | Colorado Springs, CO_

Make an Impact with Leidos!

Leidos is seeking a **Software Modeling Engineer** to support **Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Missile Defense** mission areas. This role plays a crucial part in **trade studies, system engineering, model-based system engineering (MBSE), portfolio analysis, software development, and deployment** . Our team is dedicated to **data integration, fusion, analytics, visualization, and predictive tools** to strengthen national security.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Design **Class and Sequence Diagrams in UML** following modular architecture patterns.

+ Develop and maintain **mission-critical software** for **missile defense systems** .

+ Collaborate with **cross-functional engineering teams** to document and communicate software solutions.

+ Stay updated on **state-of-the-art programming techniques and technologies** .

+ Conduct **software design and code reviews** , ensuring high-quality product delivery.

+ Create software solutions using **established industry standards** .

+ Work with **System Engineering teams** to schedule and demonstrate capabilities for customers.

+ Coordinate with **third-party contractors** to resolve deployment delays and regression coding issues.

+ Redesign software components to support **containerization** and modular compliance.

+ Identify and assist in updating components to **meet modularity standards** .

Qualifications:

Required:

+ **Bachelor’s degree** in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline with **4+ years of experience** . Additional related experience, training, and/or certifications may substitute degree requirements.

+ **U.S. Citizenship;** Currently possess an **active DoD Secret Clearance** .

+ Proven coding experience in **C++ and Java** .

+ Strong abilities in **UML software modeling** .

+ Ability to work **independently and collaboratively** within engineering teams.

+ Experience with **Agile software development processes** .

Preferred:

+ **Master’s degree** in a related field.

+ Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

+ Familiarity with **micro-services development and containerization** environment.

+ Experience in **missile warning and missile defense systems** .

+ Understanding of **missile warning message types** .

Why Leidos?

This role provides an **exciting opportunity to develop cutting-edge software solutions** that enhance **national security and missile defense operations** .

EIO2024

Original Posting:

May 30, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00160061

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.