Software Developer (C/C++)

Responsibilities

Program Overview and Responsibilities

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Voice Switch and Recorder (VS&R) Program Office manages seven different programs that provide critical voice communications and legal recording systems that perform critical, high availability Air Traffic Control (ATC) communications within the FAA's National Airspace System (NAS). The VS&R Program Office is responsible for acquisition of modern Internet Protocol (IP) ATC Voice Communications Systems (VCSs), which includes development of requirements, procurement, verification, validation, testing, implementation and deployment. The VS&R Program Office also manages the full life cycle sustainment and logistics for the existing legacy ATC VCSs that are currently in use throughout the NAS.

The Software Developer will provide on-site support to the FAA Security Team and Technical Team at the William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace to help the FAA achieve technical milestones for verification, validation, test and deployment of modern IP-VCSs and Air-to-Ground Protocol Converters (APCs). This Software Developer will support the VS&R team in full stack software development and testing of in-house validation and simulation tools and support enhancement and testing of the VS&R Program ED-137 Voice over IP software library. This resource will participate in Agile requirement reviews, design reviews and development sprints and learn about the VS&R lab network capabilities, protocols, interfaces, software and hardware requirements. Activities will include developing system requirements, design, development, documentation, as well as verification and validation of software system requirements including traceability and testability. This resource will also work in C++, Java, Python and other languages, design tests, select tools/methods, provide software integration, and analyze Problem/Trouble Reports PTRs). Additionally, the Software Developer will ensure that software and QA projects and documentation are compliant with requirements and client needs.

Required Qualifications

The candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree, and 6+ years relevant experience, or a Master's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience.

The candidate must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Fluent in a statically typed, compiled language such as C++
• Familiar with web development and REST API design in Python frameworks such as Flask, Django, or FastAPI
• Usage of version control software (e.g., Git)
• Knowledge of software design process, patterns and anti-patterns
• Familiarity with embedded Linux system design and implementation, including performance optimization.
• Comfortable with common software data structures and algorithms
• Comfortable with Linux systems, including terminal interactions and configuration.
• Comfortable understanding System Requirements, Network Interfaces and Technical Specifications

• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and under consultative direction with cross-functional teams comprised of FAA staff, vendors and contractor teams in a dynamic environment

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to evolving technical requirements.

• Ability to work onsite daily at the William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace in New Jersey and to participate in on-call rotation and after-hours support as needed

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident who has resided in the U.S. for 3+ years
• Ability to obtain FAA public trust.

Desired Qualifications

The candidate should possess some of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
• Knowledge of the FAA National Airspace System (NAS)
• Knowledge of Voice Communications Systems used for Air Traffic Control (ATC)
• Understanding of Internet Protocol (IP) Networking and the OSI Model
• Ability to collect and analyze data and communicate technical information.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently to complete assigned tasks within expected schedule.
• Flexible/easily adaptable within a dynamic work environment
• Customer-service and goal oriented

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI, and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards. Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $78,900.00 - USD $123,300.00 /Yr.