Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Client: US Air Force

POP: 12+ months

Location: Remote

SCOPE

The Software Engineer will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of screen-sets and their associated programs, supporting both scheduled and time-critical software releases. A key duty is maintaining the ACPS assembly process that constructs the contractual documents and the external interfaces required for data exchange with other DoD systems.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Secret clearance preferred; must have ability to obtain clearance
• IASAE Level II or equivalent certification under DoD 8570.01-M for software engineers.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of software development experience, preferably supporting DoD or government IT systems.
• Expert-level experience with Micro Focus Visual COBOL and Micro Focus Dialog System within Visual Studio in a .NET framework environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in converting OpenText screen sets to runtime versions and generating associated side tables.
• Proven ability to create PDF Portfolios containing 30+ documents programmatically using Visual COBOL.
• Experience creating and programmatically merging 100+ RTF files without compromising formatting, layout, or design consistency.
• Strong knowledge of OpenText data tables, including a deep understanding of IDX formats and their functional uses within legacy systems.
• Proficiency in creating and maintaining XML files and accompanying schemas to support data integrity and system interoperability.
• Skilled in web development technologies such as ASP, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and familiar with version control systems like GIT.
• Experience in integrating and communicating with WSDL-based and RESTful Web Services, using SOAP and JSON protocols.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining software in complex, secure network environments and adhering to cybersecurity best practices.
• Ability to work with government-developed systems such as ACPS, ARTS, and PSCM32.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams and engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and familiarity with Microsoft Teams, VPNs, and Remote Desktop Protocols (RDP).

TASKS

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software releases for the Automated Contract Preparation System (ACPS) in accordance with government schedules (biannual and as-needed).
• Utilize OpenText Dialog System and OpenText Visual COBOL within Visual Studio to deliver programming services for ACPS, including screen sets, clause selection, and contract-building processes based on user input.
• Maintain and enhance screens while adhering to established business rules, security guidelines, and user interface standards, ensuring alignment with Windows design best practices.
• Create and maintain OpenText data tables and modules used in ACPS for data handling, clause logic, and interface functionality.
• Develop and maintain modules that interface with external systems using protocols such as SFTP, HTTPS, EDI, IBM MQ, and Web Services, ensuring accurate and secure data exchange.
• Provide support for external interface integration and maintenance with systems such as PRPS, MOCAS, FPDS-NG, and others.
• Maintain and support software for input/output (I/O) operations used in ACPS communications processes.
• Review, debug, and optimize code to resolve user-reported issues and inquiries, working closely with Tier 2 and Tier 3 support teams.
• Follow established development practices by thoroughly testing all changes and validating the accuracy of program outputs, ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Develop and sustain a wide range of reports used by contracting personnel for operational and regulatory purposes.
• Collaborate effectively with senior developers and stakeholders in a team-oriented environment, contributing to discussions, design reviews, and agile development cycles.
• Track all software changes and associated artifacts using the Automated Requirements Tracking System (ARTS) and maintain source control through PKLab Source Control Module (PSCM32).
• Support cybersecurity compliance by incorporating secure coding practices and adhering to DISA STIGs, DoD, and Air Force cybersecurity requirements.
• Contribute to software and system documentation, including DoDAF-compliant architecture artifacts, migration plans, and technical studies.
• Assist in the data migration planning and execution from ACPS to CON-IT, supporting both X12 EDI and XML-based approaches.