Software Engineer

This position is contingent upon contract award and is based in Houston, TX.

About the role

The Software Engineer will develop, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse software systems based on documented requirements. This role supports the U.S. Navy’s launch test facilities Research and Development (R&D) program, a top priority for national defense, focusing on both submarine and surface ship weapons system capability testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex/diverse software systems based on documented requirements.
• Test software components for adherence to design requirements and document test results.
• Resolve reported software problems.
• Utilize software development and design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.
• Provide specific inputs to software components of system design, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and the use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software.
• Assist with the development of software strategies and requirements to meet programmatic needs.
• Analyze requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features.
• Debug existing software and correct defects.
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.
• Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories.
• Make recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.
• Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.
• Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.
• Write or review software and system documentation.
• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, conferring with users or system engineers, analyzing systems flow, data usage, and work processes, and investigating problem areas.
• Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, or improve performance.
• Design, develop, and modify software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design.
• Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 6 years of software programming experience in complex engineering environments.
• Experience with the following software: FactoryTalk, LabVIEW, Studio 5000.
• Experience with software programming of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Experience with software programming of data acquisition systems.
• Experience with software programming of control systems.
• Experience with software programming time synchronization with different interfaces.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Familiarity with U.S. Navy weapons system software.
• Experience referencing/using Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and software requirements documents.

Security & Clearance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

Work Environment

This role involves a blend of office-based design and analysis work with periodic field presence during installation, testing, and commissioning activities. Travel is expected to be approximately 33% of working time, typically planned well in advance. The position may require working in varied environments, including industrial and outdoor settings.

Pay

$120,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.