Software Developer (DAPS)-Journeyman

About the role

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Software Developer (DAPS)-Journeyman to support Advanced Aircraft Research, Development, Test & Evaluation. The salary range of this position is $105,200.00 - $175,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

Responsibilities

• Designs a Windows application that will serve as the new DAPS software
• Utilizes an Agile implementation process
• Uses Agile methods (SCRUM or DoD agile standard) to employ fixed length Sprints encompassing requirements, design, development, testing, and deployment resulting in a finished and tested product at the end of each Sprint
• Develops, designs, documents, and delivers a high-level design of the overall system architecture for a new Data Acquisition and Processing System (DAPS) using Agile implementation processes
• Attends daily internal discussions, development work discussions, Sprint Review meetings, and Sprint Retrospective
• Completes high-level design element of the complete system at the end of each sprint
• Conducts a preliminary design review and systems requirements review of the high-level design
• Creates the System Architecture documentation
• Works with a team to develop all other documentation for project
• Interfaces software that shall communicate/import the legacy DAPS Microsoft Access Structured Query Language (SQL) relational database
• Interfaces software that shall interact/interface with the existing EG&G ODS-1500 and ODS-2200 Optical Data Link transceivers used at NAWCAD EMP facility
• Interfaces for recording, playback, presentation, and post execution analysis
• Incorporates a new graphic user interface (GUI) to control software functions
• Communicates with Windows based systems (oscilloscopes, network analyzers, computers, etc.)
• Uses Python, Django, VS Code (or other IDEs), Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, GitLab, or MySQL (or other DBs)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering: Degrees in Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace, Computer, Software Systems, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant experience may qualify
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• Proficiency with Python
• Proficiency with DevOps and Continuous Integration
• Experience with complex application architectures (separation of application roles and use/design APIs to control or retrieve data from other applications)
• Experience designing GUIs (OS or web applications)
• Experience analyzing existing and designing new database schemas
• Knowledge of standard programming algorithms, design patterns, and object-oriented software design
• Experience analyzing legacy software as part of software modernization efforts
• Experience using Agile development and DevOps methodologies

Qualifications

• Current clearance required upon onboarding: DoD Secret Clearance
• The ability to obtain and maintain the DoD security clearance eligibility and/or additional security access requirements necessary to perform the duties of the position, as required by the contract

Skills

• Experience with Django
• Experience with C++, Java, or HTML
• Experience using oscilloscopes and other RF measurement equipment
• Experience developing software to collect data from measurement equipment
• Experience using containers as part of DevOps
• Experience support Special Access Program (SAP) efforts

Benefits

AMEWAS provides a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
• Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Gross tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program