Senior Software Engineer

McBride•Lincoln, MA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

McBride Consulting is hiring 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 in managing and executing modernization, development, testing, production, fielding, and sustainment across a portfolio of more than 130 programs for the U.S. Air Force and foreign allies. The organization is headquartered at Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, with geographically separated operating units in the continental United States and overseas. This is a full-time hybrid position located at Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts. The position is contingent upon award. The role supports engineering activities throughout the Department of Defense acquisition lifecycle, from Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations and Support, and applies software engineering principles to system design, development, integration, and sustainment.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must have and be able to maintain a Secret clearance.
Bachelor’s degree and at least 12 years of experience, including at least 5 years supporting DoD programs; alternatively, 15 years of experience, including at least 8 years supporting DoD programs.
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 and align them with mission and program objectives.
Hands-on experience with Python for automation, data processing, software integration, and application development.
Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, and Cameo Enterprise Architect.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to collaborate across cross-functional, geographically dispersed, remote, and telework teams.
Ability to coordinate with engineers, architects, program managers, and government stakeholders in a fast-paced defense environment.
Ability to balance priorities and support multiple programs while maintaining quality and schedule commitments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including identifying risks, dependencies, and process improvements.
Attention to detail and commitment to software quality, compliance, continuous improvement, and mission-focused execution.
Adaptability and a team-oriented approach in Agile environments, promoting accountability, transparency, and knowledge sharing.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AWS cloud resources and environments, supporting secure, scalable, and reliable software solutions.

Responsibilities

Support engineering activities across all phases of the DoD acquisition lifecycle, from Materiel Solution Analysis through Operations and 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, including 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 enhance functionality, reliability, and maintainability.
Support risk identification, analysis, and mitigation planning for technical and program risks.
Provide technical input to acquisition documentation and program decision-making processes.