Overview
On Site
USD 100,000.00 - 140,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Manufacturing
Leadership
Team Leadership
Customer Support
Algorithms
System Requirements
Technical Writing
Aerospace
Software Engineering
Java
Python
Git
Atlassian
Bitbucket
JIRA
Analytical Skill
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Collaboration
Teamwork
Scheduling
RF
SAR
Job Details
Market
National Security & Defense
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
Blacklynx, a Jacobs company, is seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer Lead to join our dynamic team. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the development, and implementation of space mission architecture models. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the successful integration and performance of these systems.
Contributes to implementing a group of tasks associated with projects, programs or
functions.
Expected to execute and complete assigned tasks or assignments.
Contributes to achievement of project or assignment objectives and outcomes.
May provide technical/functional guidance and support to other team members as needed.
Works with teammates and occasionally vendors, contractors, customers and/or partners.
Proactively communicates status to team lead.
Seeks ways to learn and understand customer mission and needs and applies technical/functional
knowledge to produce high quality work.
Meets deadlines and identifies issues that may impact customer support.
Develop and implement space mission architecture simulations
Develop, and implement software to host operational algorithms and evaluate their efficacy
Ensure models and tools are vigorously tested and validated.
Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to ensure system requirements are met.
Prepare technical documentation and reports.
Here's what you'll need
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
Proficiency in Go, Java, Python
Proficiency with Git and the Atlassian tool suite (Bitbucket, Jira, ...)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Experience with scheduling problems
Knowledge of SpaceBased collection phenomenologies (RF, EOIR, SAR, ...)
Knowledge of spacecraft orbits and attitudes
Clearance is not required to start but you must be willing to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
100,000.00
Posted Salary Range: Upper
140,000.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $140,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 07, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Locations
City State Country
Chantilly
Virginia
United States
National Security & Defense
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
Blacklynx, a Jacobs company, is seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer Lead to join our dynamic team. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the development, and implementation of space mission architecture models. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the successful integration and performance of these systems.
Contributes to implementing a group of tasks associated with projects, programs or
functions.
Expected to execute and complete assigned tasks or assignments.
Contributes to achievement of project or assignment objectives and outcomes.
May provide technical/functional guidance and support to other team members as needed.
Works with teammates and occasionally vendors, contractors, customers and/or partners.
Proactively communicates status to team lead.
Seeks ways to learn and understand customer mission and needs and applies technical/functional
knowledge to produce high quality work.
Meets deadlines and identifies issues that may impact customer support.
Develop and implement space mission architecture simulations
Develop, and implement software to host operational algorithms and evaluate their efficacy
Ensure models and tools are vigorously tested and validated.
Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to ensure system requirements are met.
Prepare technical documentation and reports.
Here's what you'll need
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field
Proficiency in Go, Java, Python
Proficiency with Git and the Atlassian tool suite (Bitbucket, Jira, ...)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Experience with scheduling problems
Knowledge of SpaceBased collection phenomenologies (RF, EOIR, SAR, ...)
Knowledge of spacecraft orbits and attitudes
Clearance is not required to start but you must be willing to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
100,000.00
Posted Salary Range: Upper
140,000.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $140,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 07, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Locations
City State Country
Chantilly
Virginia
United States
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