Software Engineer

DESE Research•Huntsville, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

DESE Research, Inc. has an immediate opportunity for a talented Software Engineer in Huntsville, AL to join our team for the development of Modeling & Simulations (M&S) tools in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Ground Based Mid-course (GMD) program. In this role you will design, develop, and enhance simulation framework code that integrates supplier-provided models and data sources. The candidate will join our team developing software in support of GMD customer's Medium Fidelity Simulation tools, specifically STRATSIM and IRM (Interceptor Reference Model) products. Experience with AFSim (Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration Modeling) is beneficial. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with missile defense programs and M&S best practices. A background in software development lifecycle is strongly preferred. Qualified applicants will have strong programming skills, be able to work independently, and take a proactive role to assure that those task responsibilities are completed on schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or other relevant field
5 - 15 years of relevant experience
Proficiency with C++, makefiles, JavaScript, Twisted (for GUI development), python scripting
Demonstrable understanding of software principles, theories, and concepts related to software engineering (including software development lifecycle and software development process), design patterns, Object-Oriented design and programming
Experience with Agile development methodologies (sprints, backlog, team collaboration, etc)
Familiarity with GitLab source code management/project management tools
Knowledge of Linux and Windows programming environments
Desire for code quality, not only in writing well-crafted code, but participating in sprint planning, unit tests, and documentation in the process
Active Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with AFSim (Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration Modeling)
Extensive experience with missile defense programs and M&S best practices
Background in software development lifecycle
Knowledge of STRATSIM, IRM, AFSIM
Knowledge of Agile development process
Experience with Git, Jenkins, or the Atlassian tool suite (Jira)
Knowledge of Matlab/Mex files
Knowledge of containerized applications like Docker/Kubernetes
Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and enhance simulation framework code that integrates supplier-provided models and data sources.
Develop software in support of GMD customer's Medium Fidelity Simulation tools, specifically STRATSIM and IRM (Interceptor Reference Model) products.
Participate in sprint planning, unit tests, and documentation.