SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Job Description

Job Description

QTEC Aerospace is seeking a SOFTWARE ENGINEER 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 candidate will function as an integral member of a multi-contractor team providing program, engineering, and technical support to Missile Defense programs. The chosen candidate will be responsible for software development in Java. Under minimal direction, the candidate will provide specialized expertise across multiple systems and software disciplines, as well as general knowledge of related disciplines, application implications, and customer areas. 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 phasesMaintains currency, debugs, and configures related software products. Minimum Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field with 5 years of relevant work experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree Required Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExperience and knowledge of software practices such as coding standards, automated testing, automated build pipelines, and configurationSoftware engineering and software development with strong Java/J2EE, C++/OO, or similar language experienceExperience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired)Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance and operational issues, identify the root cause, and recommend, design, and implement a solutionExcellent 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- orientedUnderstanding of standard systems engineering design artifacts such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams Desired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesCommand and control system application developmentExperience with Software Integration and formal testingAbility to present advanced concepts to non-software engineers, including senior program and military leadersExperience with DevSecOps and/or build managementReadiness and flexibility to accept unforeseen tasksUse of common software development and management tools such as Maven, Git/GitHub, Nexus, and EclipseExperience with Agile development methodologiesExperience developing enterprise applications on Linux (Windows experience also desired) 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.