• Software Engineer (Tactical Decision Aids…

    Leidos (Bethesda, MD)


    Description

    Leidos’ **High Fidelity Simulation Business Area** designs and delivers cutting-edge **system-of-systems solutions** that power world-class simulation, training, and analysis products for the **U.S. Navy** .

     

    In this role, based at a U.S. Government facility in **Bethesda, MD** , you will work with **state-of-the-art technologies** to develop advanced **sonar tactical decision aids (TDAs)** that directly support the Fleet. You’ll be part of a **high-performing team** whose mission-critical work shapes the Navy’s tactical edge—making a **tangible impact on national security** .

     

    At Leidos, we empower our engineers to do **meaningful work** while continually **building new skills** to grow the career they want to achieve.

    What You’ll Work On

    + **Develop and enhance Tactical Signature Guidance (TSG) systems** , including sonar TDAs across multiple code baselines.

    + **Troubleshoot and resolve complex software challenges** while contributing innovative solutions.

    + **Learn and apply new programming languages and technologies** , with mentorship and support from experienced teammates.

    + Occasionally **support hardware system configuration and build-out** , gaining exposure to full system integration.

     

    This opportunity is ideal for developers who thrive on **solving complex problems** , want to **expand their technical expertise** , and are motivated by work that directly supports the **U.S. Navy’s operational readiness** .

    Primary Responsibilities

    + Work collaboratively in an **agile team environment** supporting a large-scale program.

    + **Own and deliver** software solutions in **Java, C++** , and other modern languages.

    + **Learn and apply new technologies** (e.g., Angular, Rust, Scala) to meet evolving needs.

    + **Troubleshoot and resolve** complex technical issues with efficient solutions.

    + **Adapt quickly** to shifting priorities and support urgent requests when needed.

    + **Communicate clearly** with teammates, stakeholders, and leadership.

    + Travel occasionally to **Manassas, VA** for integration and team collaboration.

    Basic Qualifications

    + **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Physical Sciences, or a related field that provides strong software development skills.

    + **Experience:** Around **5 years of hands-on experience** in one or more of the following:

    + Designing and developing **real-time acoustic signal processing algorithms**

    + Building **parallel processing** solutions

    + Working with **microservices**

    + Developing software for **signal processing** , **real-time data analysis** , or **visualization/simulation systems**

    + **Experience with Java and C++ are a must**

    + **Clearance:** Must be able to obtain a **U.S. security clearance** .

    + **Certification:** Must be willing to earn an **IAT Level I (or higher) certification** after hire (company-supported).

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Active Secret level security clearance.

    + Experience with Angular, Rust and/or Scala

     

    If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

    Original Posting:

    September 23, 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-00167236

    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.