Senior Software Engineer

Applied Research Solutions•Bedford, MA
•$170,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support the acquisition process with a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of software engineering. This role requires experience in artificial intelligence and necessitates passing background screening for SAP. The Automated Classification Management Environment (ACME) program, initiated by the Air Force, aims to modernize the classification management system. The current manual system hinders efficient data sharing, which is critical for Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) operations. ACME will manage the lifecycle of classification and declassification in accordance with Executive Order 13526 and relevant policies, transitioning from a manual system to an AI-driven automated solution. Key tasks include transitioning to an AI-driven automated enterprise solution, managing the lifecycle of classified national security information, addressing challenges like financial strain, static guidance, backlogs, and high error rates, implementing machine-readable data infrastructure and AI tools for various classification levels, and engaging in agile development methodologies.

Requirements

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Must pass SAP Screening
  • Advanced Electrical Engineering degree (MA/MS) and 12 years of experience in aircraft systems, of which 5 years must be in the DoD, OR a BA/BS degree and 15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, of which 5 year must be in the DoD with aircraft systems, or 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, of which 8 year must be in the DoD with aircraft systems.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in artificial intelligence

Responsibilities

  • Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and/or recommend alternative plans, improve software engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and design/perform software level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance is achieved in accordance with approved specifications.
  • Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, software engineering programs, design, and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with program specifications.
  • Prepare technical documents which define, specify, and recommend system/subsystem characteristics. Prepare management reports and conduct technical presentations for planning, implementation, and corrective action using application of engineering economy principles.
  • Perform validation of systems, including development of criteria and procedures. Analyze and/or evaluate results of major engineering systems.
  • Provide system/program engineering, technical support and technical training to support programs/initiatives, including but not limited to acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding and installation, and operations oversight.
  • Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with Air Force SEAM processes.
  • Capable of performing problem/gap definition, trade space analysis, science and technology roadmap analysis, “Set based design” for concept development, Multi-Objective Decision Analysis (MODA) and cost versus capability trade off analysis.
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Industry competitive benefits package
  • Awards and recognition program
  • Personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers
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