Software Developer (DAPS)-Journeyman

Amewas•Patuxent River, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At AMEWAS, we don’t just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems. Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California, Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL, and San Diego, CA, you'll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation’s Warfighters. If you're ready to grow your skills, be challenged by meaningful work, and contribute to something bigger…this is where you belong. Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS. The Position: AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Software Developer (DAPS)-Journeyman to support Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test & Evaluation. The salary range of this position is $105,200.00 - $175,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required. About the location: Patuxent River, MD, located in the California-Lexington Park area, is Maryland’s #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers . To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit: www.visitstmarysmd.com Position Background: The Data Acquisition and Processing (DAPS) team is a government run team that supports data collection efforts during electromagnetic pulse (EMP), Lightning, and Radio Frequency (RF) susceptibility testing at Naval Air Station Patuxent River Maryland. As a Software Developer on the DAPS team will support the development, validation, installation and integration proof-of-concept acquisition software to interface with both new and legacy Data Acquisition and Processing System (DAPS) hardware commercial off the shelf (COTS) products and databases at the Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in in Computer Science or Engineering: Degrees in Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace, Computer, Software Systems, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience may qualify
3 years of relevant work experience
Proficiency with Python
Proficiency with DevOps and Continuous Integration
Experience with complex application architectures (separation of application roles and use/design APIs to control or retrieve data from other applications)
Experience designing GUIs (OS or web applications)
Experience analyzing existing and designing new database schemas
Knowledge of standard programming algorithms, design patterns, and object-oriented software design
Experience analyzing legacy software as part of software modernization efforts
Experience using Agile development and DevOps methodologies
The ability to collaborate with customers, engineers, and technicians to design, develop, and deploy solutions
Current DoD Secret Clearance
The ability to obtain and maintain the DoD security clearance eligibility and/or additional security access requirements necessary to perform the duties of the position, as required by the contract
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Django
Experience with C++, JavaScript, or HTML
Experience using oscilloscopes and other RF measurement equipment
Experience developing software to collect data from measurement equipment
Experience using containers as part of DevOps
Experience support Special Access Program (SAP) efforts

Responsibilities

Designs a Windows application that will serve as the new DAPS software
Utilizes an Agile implementation process
Uses Agile methods (SCRUM or DoD agile standard) to employ fixed length Sprints encompassing requirements, design, development, testing, and deployment resulting in a finished and tested product at the end of each Sprint
Develops, designs, documents, and delivers a high-level design of the overall system architecture for a new Data Acquisition and Processing System (DAPS) using Agile implementation processes
Attends daily internal discussions, development work discussions, Sprint Review meetings, and Sprint Retrospective
Completes high-level design element of the complete system at the end of each sprint
Conducts a preliminary design review and systems requirements review of the high-level design
Creates the System Architecture documentation
Works with a team to develop all other documentation for project
Acts as a supporting member of software developers creating DAPS software
Interfaces software that shall communicate/import the legacy DAPS Microsoft Access Structured Query Language (SQL) relational database
Interfaces software that shall interact/interface with the existing EG&G ODS-1500 and ODS-2200 Optical Data Link transceivers used at NAWCAD EMP facility
Interfaces for recording, playback, presentation, and post execution analysis
Incorporates a new graphic user interface (GUI) to control software functions
Communicates with Windows based systems (oscilloscopes, network analyzers, computers, etc.)