Ground Systems Communication Network Software Engineer

Job Description

Parsar is seeking a Ground Systems Communication Network Software Engineer to support the GCN team in developing software requirements and verification criteria, defining system build content, and establishing test and deployment strategies.

• Support the GCN team in developing software requirements and verification criteria, defining system build content, and establishing test and deployment strategies.
• Provide technical expertise and advisory support to GMN regarding development contractor sustainment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all software and applications running on GCN equipment racks.
• Evaluate the development contractor's deployment and configuration of cyber security tools (such as Splunk, Snort, Wazuh) to ensure effective monitoring of network health, threat detection, and security compliance.
• Provide technical assessment and recommendations to the Government regarding the development contractor’s architecture, administration, and sustainment of virtualized environments and associated software across the GCN infrastructure.
• Aid GMN in overseeing and coordinating GCN software integration efforts with other Ground System sub-products (fire control, in-flight interceptor communication, silo/launch support), C2BMC, and other Missile Defense System stakeholders.
• Assist GMN in the technical evaluation of development contractor proposals and review project documentation, identifying technical and programmatic issues, risks, and recommending actionable mitigation solutions to GMN leadership.
• Assist GMN in the preparation, execution, and follow-up for system requirements reviews, design reviews, project status reviews, and test and acceptance events.
• Develop and present technical reports, white papers, and briefings to support Government decision-making at Engineering Review Boards (ERB) and other stakeholder discussions.
• Travel as required (estimated 10%).

Required Skills

• Master’s degree in a related STEM discipline is required.
• Minimum of 12 years of direct experience in software engineering is required.
• Experience in missile defense or a related DoD environment is highly desired.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cyber analysis tools such as Splunk, Wazuh, or Elastic is required.
• Proficiency with virtual machines (VMs) and managing virtualized environments is required.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment is required.
• An active security clearance (SECRET or above) is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required.

Desired Skills

• MDA experience desired.

Benefits

We offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

Contact Information

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