Software Engineer (26-362)

Trace3•Colorado Springs, CO

5h•$105,000 - $122,400•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Software Engineer developing test and training simulations for the program. The selected candidate will be a member of an Agile Scrum Team responsible for software development in C++ for Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration and Modeling (AFSIM), while continuing to support existing Java-based components.

Requirements

Generally has 3+ years of related experience and may have a postsecondary degree or training in a related discipline.
Experience developing and working with simulation frameworks for test and training use cases.
Strong software engineering and software development experience with AFSIM and C++, including development of AFSIM plugins for high-performance, real-time simulation.
Strong software engineering and software development experience with Java.
Experience with Spring-based application frameworks using XML configurations that do not leverage Spring Boot.
Knowledge of software development practices, including coding standards and configuration management.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
Understanding of TCP/IP and Pub/Sub usage.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AFSIM plugin development in C++ using Eclipse and/or Visual Studio Code.
Experience with Java Spring.
Experience developing enterprise applications using Eclipse, Visual Studio Code, and Maven development environments.
Familiarity with Java foundation classes and toolkits.
Interest in simulation entity development and simulation control user interfaces.

Responsibilities

Develop software updates for simulation and training systems using C++ and AFSIM.
Support and maintain existing Java-based software components.
Develop new simulation entities and extend development frameworks to support new entity behaviors.
Perform analysis and technical support for software products, including problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support.
Maintain, debug, and configure software products.
Assist with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation activities.
Interface with other system support groups to resolve technical issues and improve system efficiency.
Design, develop, test, and implement tools for operations automation.
Work across multiple phases of software systems programming applications with guidance as needed.