Senior Software Engineer

Applied Research Solutions•Bedford, MA

3d•$155,000 - $165,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/PEO Electronic Systems Directorate (AFLCMC/ES). The role supports the Air Force Program Execution Office for PEO Electronic Systems, which manages and executes modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment across a portfolio of more than 130 programs for the United States Air Force and foreign allies. The position is full-time and hybrid at Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, and is contingent upon position award. The engineer supports software and systems engineering across the Department of Defense acquisition lifecycle, from Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support. Work includes system design, development, integration, sustainment, requirements engineering, technical analysis, documentation, reviews, risk planning, and acquisition decision support. The position collaborates with program management, logistics, test, and cybersecurity teams to support integrated system performance and mission effectiveness. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks. The expected annual salary range is $155,000–$165,000, depending on role responsibilities and the candidate’s experience, qualifications, education/training, and skills.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must have a Secret security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.
12 years of experience developing stand-alone and cloud-based applications, including at least five years supporting a DoD program.
Expertise in Agile SAFe 6.0 methodologies, including iterative software development, program increment (PI) planning, and continuous delivery practices.
Strong background in software engineering and system analysis, including requirements decomposition, technical solution development, and lifecycle management.
Experience developing and maintaining software baselines, configuration management processes, and release management activities.
Ability to support system architecture and requirements development aligned with mission and program objectives.
Hands-on experience with Python development for automation, data processing, software integration, and application development.
Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, and Cameo Enterprise Architect.
Familiarity with AWS cloud resources and environments to support secure, scalable, and reliable software solutions.
Successful completion of a background investigation, including criminal history and identity checks.

Responsibilities

Support engineering activities across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle, from Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations & Support.
Apply software engineering principles to system design, development, integration, and sustainment efforts.
Support requirements development, analysis, traceability, and verification for software and system-level capabilities.
Perform system design, integration, and technical analysis to ensure performance and mission effectiveness.
Develop and review technical documentation, including system specifications, interface control documents, and engineering reports.
Support technical reviews and program milestone activities, such as SRR, PDR, and CDR.
Collaborate with program management, logistics, test, and cybersecurity teams to ensure integrated system performance.
Analyze system performance and recommend improvements to functionality, reliability, and maintainability.
Support identification, analysis, and mitigation planning for technical and program risks.
Provide technical input to acquisition documentation and program decision-making processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.