Posted 16 days ago
NAVAIR Software Engineer/Developer, Lead
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Lead Software Engineer for NAVAIR supporting MQ-9A Reaper software sustainment, acting as a Technical Area Expert for USN/USMC Category 3 Interim Flight Clearance approvals, monitoring deliverables, tracking software problems, and reporting schedule deviations.
About this role
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.
As our next Software Engineer/ Developer for NAVAIR, you'll collaborate with talented professionals to create innovative, mission-critical solutions that empower naval aviation and defense operations. Your expertise will help shape cutting-edge systems, enhance national security, and drive technological advancement for our nation.
Responsibilities
- FRC SW will act as a Technical Area Expert (TAE) in the SW Engineering domain to support USN/USMC Category 3 Interim Flight Clearance (IFC) approval for the MQ-9A Reaper effort.
- Modify planning artifacts, track and participate in on-site testing, track results, data review, analysis and relevant IFC signoff of software releases for software sustainment for MQ-9A Air Vehicle / Ground Control software.
- Support follow-on IFCs other related software support and Increment I/Increment II/Future sensor capabilities for MUX/MALE/MQ-9A.
- Track MQ-9A Air Vehicle Software problems/failures and update impact assessments of system and monitor growth/cost.
- Monitor software deliverables for MQ-9A Air Vehicle / Ground Control System / Support Equipment software.
- Monitor MQ-9A SW Schedule, contractor IMS progress, and report deviations to PMA-266 SW lead/CHENG.
Qualifications
- Must have a DoD Secret clearance, with ability to obtain an Interim Top Secret to start. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Will also require a courier card for travel.
- Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of related work experience.
- Occasional CONUS travel will be required.
- Knowledge in being a Technical Area Expert (TAE) in SW Engineering domain to support USN/USMC Category 3 Interim Flight Clearance (IFC) approval for the MQ-9A Reaper effort.
- Knowledge in software tools to
- Monitor software deliverables for MQ-9A Air Vehicle / Ground Control System / Support Equipment software.
Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $157,000.00/Yr. - USD $197,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.EEO Statement
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