Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Modeling
Adobe AIR
Testing
Programming Languages
C++
Object-Oriented Programming
Design Patterns
Linux
IDE
Command-line Interface
Vim
Emacs
Software Development
Version Control
Git
Collaboration
GitLab
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Communication
DoD
Security Clearance
Computer Science
Software Engineering
Mathematics
Physics
Mathematical Modeling
Algorithms
Network Programming
Continuous Integration and Development
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Agile
Atlassian
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS
Job Details
Job ID: 2503260
Location: ARLINGTON, VA, US
Date Posted: 2025-05-05
Category: Software
Subcategory: SW Engineer
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: Yes
Description
The Missile Defense Modeling and Simulation team at SAIC is seeking a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) software developer to support the customer in a fast-paced environment with simulation-driven assessments and products. The candidate will be expected to be part of a team to maintain and develop new capabilities for a simulation used for integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) analysis. We are seeking an experienced software developer able to understand current and future missile defense architecture functionality and implement advanced concepts, capabilities, and behavior into the simulation. Ideal candidate would also participate in studies by utilizing M&S tools and providing insightful analysis.
Qualifications
Desired:
Location: ARLINGTON, VA, US
Date Posted: 2025-05-05
Category: Software
Subcategory: SW Engineer
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: Yes
Description
The Missile Defense Modeling and Simulation team at SAIC is seeking a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) software developer to support the customer in a fast-paced environment with simulation-driven assessments and products. The candidate will be expected to be part of a team to maintain and develop new capabilities for a simulation used for integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) analysis. We are seeking an experienced software developer able to understand current and future missile defense architecture functionality and implement advanced concepts, capabilities, and behavior into the simulation. Ideal candidate would also participate in studies by utilizing M&S tools and providing insightful analysis.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with a demonstrated track record of designing, coding, and testing software applications.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages, with a strong emphasis in C++. Familiarity with C++11 or later standards.
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
- Proficiency in developing software in a Linux environment without an IDE. Familiarity with command-line tools and text editors such as Vim or Emacs.
- Experience with software development tools such as version control systems (e.g., Git), build systems, and collaboration tools (e.g., GitLab).
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and analytically.
- Committed and dedicated to learning and applying new skills and technologies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- U.S. Citizenship.
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
Desired:
- Master's degree from an accredited college/university in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
- Additional degrees in Mathematics, Engineering, or Physics are highly desirable.
- Knowledge of mathematical modeling, simulations, or computational algorithms.
- Understanding of network programming and protocols.
- Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Experience with Agile development and Atlassian products.
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