Software Engineer Part Time

Astrion Position: Software Engineer

Contract: Missile Defense Agency

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, CO

Job Status: Part-Time; Casual (Hourly / Non-Emempt)

JOB DETAILS:

Astrion is looking for a Software Engineer to support The Missile Defense Agency in beautiful Colorado Springs. We are looking for a team-oriented member with a background that includes Programming, Cross Domain Solution Activities, System Administrator Experience (familiarity, but certs aren't required), and Software and System Integration. Our matrixed environment blends analysis, requirements development and implementation of cutting-edge complex systems. This includes the thrill of researching, designing, developing, testing and evaluating computer software and related hardware. Did we mention the opportunity to direct and coordinate operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems? To round things off, this software engineer may be afforded the oppportunity to direct and manage system improvements, optimization and support efforts. Come on, jump on board!

REQUIRED QUALIFICTIONS / SKILLS

• Current DoD Security Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility
• A Bachelor's Degreee in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics or related technical discipline plus 6+ years of experience or a Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics or related technical discipline plus 4+ years of experience
• Experience with software development using C++, LINUX, and Shell Scripting
• Experience with software development in Linux and/or Windows environments

DESIRED QUALIFICTIONS / SKILLS

• Familiarity with RHEL
• Familiarity with Python, Pearl, Git, MATLAB, SIMDIS, Microsoft Office
• System Administrator Experience
• Desire to work in a DoD, Team-Oriented environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position offers the Developer a unique opportinity to work in an elevated classified environment on cutting-edge MDA technology. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player, self-motivated and flexible in a dynamic envrironmet where programming, development, analysis and test are matrixed together.

• Collaborates with other software developers to analyze, estimate, design and implement features and user stories.
• Works with the engineering lead in deriving technical details from functional requirements and scripting tools to refine system efficiencies that support in-depth analysis.
• Participates in iteration planning meetings with testers and Subject Matter Experts (SME), recurring stand ups, and technical coordination meetings for reporting issues, planning, and providing status.
• Works with SMEs and project management in analyzing new functional requirements while providing feasibility assessments and level of effort.
• Works hand-in-hand with software architectural owners to ensure all development meets architectural vision and system designs.
• Contributes to technical design documentation and maintenance of the software.
• Other duties when needed upon request from management.