Software Engineer (Data Processing and Fusion)- Clearance Required

Velos•Washington, DC
•$175,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

Velos is seeking a highly qualified Software Engineer specializing in Data Processing and Fusion for a contract position supporting NRL in Washington, DC. This role requires an active SECRET clearance. The engineer will handle sensor data, collaborate with scientists on data fusion using algorithms (including radar and imaging data), and possess strong general software development skills with an emphasis on data and image fusion and processing. A systems architect skill set and high technical depth are essential. The position involves designing and developing software for instrument control and data processing, maintaining and enhancing complex software systems, applying advanced mathematical methods, and providing engineering support for system integrity and software reuse. Responsibilities also include risk mitigation, cost and schedule management, and software testing.

Requirements

  • Strong general software development skills with a data and image fusion and processing emphasis
  • Prior data fusion work
  • A track record of collaborating with scientists
  • Experience translating science algorithms into production code
  • A systems architect skill set and a high degree of technical depth
  • Minimum 10 years of experience
  • Active SECRET clearance at minimum

Responsibilities

  • Handles the data coming off the sensors
  • Works directly with scientists to fuse data across products using their algorithms, including radar and imaging data fusion
  • Designs and develops software related to instrument control and onboard and ground data processing
  • Develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements
  • Evaluates and applies advanced mathematical methods and algorithms that meet performance requirements
  • Provides specific input on hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and use of COTS/GOTS in place of new development
  • Provides engineering support to the flight and ground system design and development team to assure system integrity, apply standards, and reuse software components across ground and space systems
  • Mitigates risk, controls cost and schedule variance, manages large-scale integrated software projects, and tests software components against design requirements

Benefits

  • PTO
  • 401K
  • Health benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement program
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