SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Job Description

Job Description

QTEC Aerospace is seeking multiple SOFTWARE ENGINEERS to join our team of professionals in Huntsville, AL. The qualified applicant will become part of a team of professionals representing both industry and government. The successful candidate will be detail oriented, have a proven track record and a positive work ethic. Job SummaryQTEC Aerospace is looking for highly capable and motivated individuals. The successful candidates will function as an integral member of a multi-contractor team providing program, engineering, and technical support to Missile Defense programs. The chosen candidates will mainly focus on Java software development. Working with minimal supervision, the candidates will offer specialized expertise across various systems and software fields, while also possessing broad knowledge of related areas, application impacts, and customer requirements. Job Duties/ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities will include, but may not be limited to the following: Responsible for in-depth analysis and technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user supportWorks from specifications to develop or modify operating system applicationsAssists with the design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programsInterfaces with other system support groups to resolve problems, set standards, and improve the operating system's overall efficiencyDesigns, codes, tests, and implements tools for operational automationWorks on most phases of software systems programming applications and may require minor instruction and guidance in other phasesFlexibility and willingness to take on unanticipated tasks Minimum Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field with 2 years of relevant work experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environmentKnowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configuration managementUnderstanding of software engineering and software development with strong Java/J2EE experience or alternative OO development experience (additional experience with C++ also desired)Understanding of standard systems engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagramsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and prepare and brief presentations to the customer as neededSelf-motivated and customer-oriented Desired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesUnderstanding Agile development methodologiesExperience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired)Familiarity with common software development and management tools such as Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, and EclipseKnowledge of DevSecOps and/or build managementWillingness to take on unanticipated tasks Security ClearanceCandidates must currently have and be able to maintain a minimum DoD SECRET level security clearance. LocationHuntsville, AL QTEC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and advancement in employment without regard to any applicable local, state or federally protected class, characteristic or non-merit based factor.