Software Engineer - Secret Clearance

We are looking for aSoftwareEngineerwith demonstrated experience in cutting edge technology, software engineering and experiment, software technology demonstration and evaluation, developing concepts of operation, and requirements analysis. The Software Engineer must be able to work onsite at least once a week.

As aSoftwareEngineer,you will:

• Work to formulate, integrate, demonstrate and testdevelopmental and experimental software conceptswith planned transition to endusers.
• Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.

A week in the life of aSoftwareEngineer:

• Advise senior policy makers on critical decisions in the area of software assurance.
• Providedirect support to DOD R&E Domain and Technical Lead in the assessment, overview, and development of schedules, plans, briefings, and other technical support associated with Major DoD Acquisition Programs.
• Conduct DoD software measurement and analysis on benchmarking, cost estimating and project control.
• Provide SWE technical and analytical services in support of OUSD acquisition program responsibilities, the term software includes, but is not limited to, Commercial-off-the-Shelf, Government-off-the Shelf, custom code, firmware, and software applied to Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs), Major Automated Information Systems (MAIS) and other systems as assigned.

• BS plus minimum 5 years of experience in software engineering.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills
• DoD secret clearance required
• Prior Experience:
  
  
  
  • Creating or updating DoD policy, guidance or training to achieve goals in the National Defense Strategy related to Software Engineering or Software Modernization.
  • With advanced or emerging technology areas, such as autonomy, artificial intelligence/machine learning, digital/model-based engineering, digital transformation or data-centric operations.
  • Coordinating with OUSD(A&S), OSD CIO/CDO, the Services, and other agencies software staffs as required to ensure comprehensive and efficient overall software modernization strategies.
  • Current DevSecOps pipelines or supporting technologies, such as agile development processes and tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Gitlab, etc.) and containerization (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker, etc.).
  
  
  
  

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $100k - $130k. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.