Python Developer

Kirtland AFB, NM, US • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago

Full Time

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SAIC

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Skills

Open Source
Energy
Testing
Disaster Recovery
Collaboration
Documentation
Process Optimization
Root Cause Analysis
Computer Science
Design Of Experiments
Security Clearance
Linux
Version Control
Git
C
C++
Management
Cosmos
Satellite
API
RESTful
Python
Automated Testing
DevSecOps
Fortify
Continuous Delivery
GitLab
Continuous Integration
Jenkins
Virtualization
Docker
Configuration Management
Ansible
Puppet
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: T2601008

Location: Kirtland AFB, NM, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-05

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: Top_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description
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SAIC is seeking a skilled and motivated Software Developer to support the Space Systems Command on a program that directly assists the US Space Force. The ideal candidate will be a Python developer responsible for porting a legacy Mission Unique Software (MUS) application to a modern, open-source command and control platform. The selected candidate will interface with Active Duty, US Government, and contractor personnel to re-engineer this software with a focus on creating a robust, secure, and maintainable application. This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and is located at Kirtland AFB, New Mexico.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Analyze the architecture, functionality, and dependencies of the legacy MUS.
Design, develop, and implement a modernized, Python-based version of the MUS within the COSMOS OpenC3 framework.
Create and extend system automation, integration tools, and APIs for the new application.
Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans, including unit and integration tests, to ensure the ported application meets all functional, performance, and security requirements.
Integrate security into the development lifecycle (DevSecOps), utilizing code analysis tools and participating in all security processes, including remediation and disaster recovery operations.
Author, collaborate on, and maintain high-quality project, system, and service documentation.
Engage in day-to-day process optimization, issue discovery, and provide root cause analysis for software defects.

Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, and five (5) or more years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree and three (3) or more years of relevant experience. Will accept 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degree.
Active Top Secret or DoE Q clearance with SCI eligibility (must be eligible for SCI indoctrination within first 3 months of start date) and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI.
Proven work experience as a software developer with strong, demonstrated proficiency in Python.
Practical experience developing and deploying applications on Linux-based distributions.
Experience with version control systems such as Git.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Experience with C/C++ for analyzing the legacy codebase is a plus.
Direct experience with the COSMOS OpenC3 platform.
Familiarity with satellite ground systems, Telemetry & Command (T&C) processing, and CCSDS standards.
Knowledge of API design principles and experience building RESTful APIs.
Demonstrated experience with Python test automation frameworks.
Understanding of DevSecOps practices and experience with static/dynamic code analysis tools (e.g., SonarQube, Fortify).
Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline development using tools like GitLab CI or Jenkins.
Experience with virtualization products and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
Knowledge of automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet).

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: T2601008
Posted 2 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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