Software Engineer

QTEC Aerospace•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

QTEC Aerospace is seeking a SOFTWARE ENGINEER to join our team of professionals in Colorado Springs, CO. The successful candidate will become part of a team of professionals representing both industry and government in support of a Missile Defense System (MDS) with a mission of protecting the United States and our allies. The successful candidate will be detail oriented, have a proven track record and a positive work ethic. QTEC Aerospace is looking for highly capable and motivated individuals. The successful candidate will function as an integral member of a multi-contractor team providing program, engineering, and technical support to Missile Defense programs. The chosen candidate will be responsible for software development in the Java language for one of the Regional Applications teams in Colorado Springs (User Interface, Enterprise Services, RA-An).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field and one year of related experience; 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
Understanding of software engineering and software development with Java/J2EE experience or alternate OO development experience
Knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration management
Ability to work effectively in a rapid-paced, team environment
Understanding of standard system engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and prepare and brief presentations to the customer as needed
Self-starter with ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Candidates must currently have and be able to maintain a minimum DoD SECRET level security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with C++
Knowledge of agile development methodologies
Experience developing enterprise applications on Linux (and/or Windows)
Knowledge of DevSecOps and/or build management
Willingness to take on unanticipated tasking
Familiarity with common software development and management tools such as Maven, git/GitHub, Nexus, and Eclipse

Responsibilities

Provides experience across multiple systems and software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, application implications, and customer areas
Responsible for performing analysis and technical support of systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user support
Maintains currency, debugs, and configures related software products
Works from specifications to develop or modify operating systems applications
Assists with design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs
Interfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve the overall efficiency of the operating system
Works on most phases of software systems programming applications and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phases