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Description

SAIC is seeking multiple motivated, creative, and ambitious **UAS Software Engineers** to join the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) Joint Technology Center – Systems Integration Lab (JSIL) Tech Center in Huntsville, AL. The candidate will be part of a dynamic and multidisciplinary team developing advanced computer systems architectures and solutions for the U.S. Army and Air Force Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Ground Control Stations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Maintain and update key software applications built with various program languages against mission-critical systems running across various Operating Systems, Virtual Machines, and microservices

+ Performs hands-on software system development from lab to field application against Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) systems

+ Analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls

+ Prepare unit tests and operating instructions on application usage when in operation within tactical systems

+ Designs and develops autonomous services, desktop applications, scripts, and utility programs, with the end product designated to be special use and customized software

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience; four (4) years of experience are accepted in lieu of a degree

Required Clearance:

+ An Interim Secret Clearance is required to begin employment; must be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance to maintain employment

Required Skills:

+ Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Python, C++ Experience with Full stack software development practices

+ Experience with software integration, message handling, and data exchange protocols

+ Familiarity with API inputs and outputs

+ Understanding of markup languages (e.g., XML, YAML, HTML)

+ Understanding of software development lifecycle, version control, and agile methodologies

+ Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

+ Familiarity with Windows and Linux OS

+ Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices

+ Analytical and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and projects and to work independently

+ Proficiency in the Rust programming languages is a plus

+ Experience with containerization (i.e. Docker and/or Podman)

REQNUMBER: 2510393

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