Software Developer (Missile Defense)

Job Title: Software Developer (Missile Defense)

Job Location: Moorestown NJ 08057

Onsite Requirements:

• C++


• embedded systems


• linux

Contract, Permanent/Direct Hire or Contract to Permanent: contract to hire

Job Description:

• Our client is supporting a leading defense integrator in hiring multiple Software Developers to support a long-term Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) initiative.


• These roles involve embedded C++ development for mission-critical naval combat systems, specifically supporting the Aegis Weapon System.


• Candidates will join a multi-disciplinary Agile team responsible for building, testing, and maintaining complex software solutions used in national defense.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain C++ applications for embedded defense systems running on Linux/Solaris platforms


• Collaborate with systems and test engineers to integrate software into naval platforms, including live system tests


• Participate in Agile sprints, daily scrums, code reviews, and software design sessions


• Develop and maintain software documentation, including technical specs and test procedures


• Utilize tools such as JIRA, Git, Bitbucket, and UML for tracking, version control, and documentation


• Apply Object-Oriented Programming and design patterns to develop modular, reusable, and scalable solutions


• Support full software development lifecycle activities from requirements analysis to field testing

Required Qualifications:

• Hands-on design, development, and maintenance of C++ applications for embedded defense systems running on Linux/Solaris platforms


• Experience developing in Linux or UNIX environments (e.g., Red Hat, Solaris)


• Strong understanding of multithreading, memory management, and inter-process communication


• Familiarity with Git-based version control systems and Agile development practices


• Experience working on U.S. Navy, Missile Defense, or Radar-related systems (Aegis, BMD, SPY-1, etc.)


• Exposure to CMMI Level 3+ processes and model-based development


• Scripting in Python or Bash a plus

• **3rd party and subcontract staffing agencies are not eligible for partnership on this position. 3rd party subcontractors need not apply.


• This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future.


• This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire s.**