DescriptionTELECOMMUTE: No- Teleworking not available for this position
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret WORK SHIFT: 1st Shift 9/80A
TRAVEL: Yes 10 of the Time BILL RATE MAX: Within the rate card.
You will support an Internal Research & Development effort focused on building advanced software capabilities and algorithms. The work involves developing new C-based applications, implementing mathematically and physics-intensive solutions, and collaborating closely with engineers to translate system requirements into functional software. Responsibilities also include reviewing requirements and supporting test case development.
Key Responsibilities- Develop novel software applications in C
- Implement complex, math- and physics-heavy algorithms
- Collaborate in a closed, in-person engineering environment
- Review requirements and contribute to test planning
- Work within Unix/Linux systems and scripting environments
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field + 5 yrs experience (or Master's + 3 yrs, or PhD + 1 yr)
- Active, in-scope Secret clearance
- Strong experience developing software in C
- Experience with MATLAB and/or Python
- Unix/Linux OS experience
- Ability to rapidly learn new technical concepts
Preferred Qualifications- Advanced Linux scripting experience
- Experience with automated requirements testing
- Background in battle management or fire control systems
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience with BDD tools like Gherkin or Cucumber
- Experience with static/dynamic code analysis (e.g., Coverity, Fortify, SonarQube)
- Experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, Atlassian suite)
- Strong foundation in math and physics; advanced degrees in these fields are a plus
We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- 401(k)/Roth
- Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Experience LevelEntry Level
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Colorado Springs, CO.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $80.00 - $100.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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