Software Engineer (Safety-Critical Systems)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer for a full-time, hybrid position located in Dahlgren, VA. In this role, you will be responsible for safety-critical software development for missile systems and weapon system test equipment. The ideal candidate will drive the design, development, integration, and testing efforts for Aegis Weapon Systems within a premier Defense domain environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and test safety-critical software for missile and weapon systems.
• Develop software solutions for Aegis Weapon Systems and associated test equipment.
• Write robust, clean, and efficient code in C++ on VxWorks real-time operating systems.
• Perform hardware/software integration for missile simulators and test equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with strict defense and safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Technical Skills: Proven experience in software engineering with hands-on expertise writing code in C++ and using VxWorks.
• Security Clearance: Must possess and maintain an Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Architecture: Experience with VxWorks RTOS, including SMP and multi-core architectures.

Preferred Skills & Experience (Plus Points)

• Experience supporting Aegis BMD, AAW, and missile flight test programs.
• Familiarity with Standard Missile initialization messages and telemetry formats.
• Experience with hardware/software integration for missile simulators and test equipment.