Real-Time Software Engineer

Job Title: Real-Time Software Engineer
FLSA: Exempt
Clearance: Secret
Location: On-site Redstone Arsenal
Job Type: Full-time

NTA, Inc. is a locally recognized Best Place to Work and Best Place for Working Parents specializing in technical services centered on research, development, integration, demonstration and evaluation of various missile and aviation system technologies with a focus in Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Guidance and Control (G&C) technologies. Our engineering expertise and leading-edge technology foster strong customer relationships, a challenging work environment, and limitless employee opportunities in the realm of supporting the Warfighter. Join the NTA family that fosters a healthy work-life balance, facilitates teamwork, welcomes inquisitive thinkers, and promotes excellence. Take the first step towards an enriching career journey with NTA and apply today!

NTA, Inc. is seeking an experienced Real-Time Software Engineer to support research, development, and engineering activities at Redstone Arsenal. Duties will include development of real-time software in support of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) test capabilities; software development, integration, and maintenance efforts utilizing cross-discipline engineering resources and skills; and integration of hardware, software, and simulation models into real-time HWIL simulations. All these duties will support the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Aviation and Missile Center (AvMC) in the area of missile research and development.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution
• 3 + years of experience

Required:

• Experience with object-oriented software development in C++
• Experience with low-level systems programming in C
• Experience with Linux operating systems, preferably Red Hat
• Experience with real-time systems and software
• Independent and self-motivated, problem solver, strategic thinker

Desired:

• Experience with Linux kernel module and device driver development
• Experience with version control software and issue tracking (specifically Git and GitLab)
• Experience with Bash scripting
• Experience with other programming languages, including Python, Fortran, and Ada

A high level of computer skills and experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word are required, along with organizational, managerial, written, and verbal communication skills. Applicant should be detail oriented with good analytical skills, a team player, and able to handle multiple deadlines and priorities.

Applicant must have a current security clearance or be able to obtain a security clearance through a government security investigation. U.S. Citizenship is required.

What We Offer
NTA attributes company success to our ability to attract and retain talented individuals. This ability is accomplished by offering challenging technical work in a supportive work environment combined with an excellent total compensation package as outlined below.

• Company Paid Blue Cross Blue Shield Health and Dental Family Coverage

• Company Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance

• 401(k) Plan with Generous Matching and Company Contributions

• Financial Advising with Morgan Stanley

• Health And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid Time Off (11 Paid Holidays, Parental, Vacation, Sick, Jury Duty, and Military Leave)

• Access to Employee Paid VSP Vision Coverage

• Flexible Work Schedules

• Professional Development and Educational Assistance

NTA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. NTA, Inc. affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, protected veteran status or national origin.
If you require special assistance applying for one of our positions, please contact Human Resources at (256) 327- 4107
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