Senior Software Engineer

Job Summary: The Senior Software Engineer supports the design, development, integration, and sustainment of software for Active Protection Systems (APS) programs operating in a classified environment.

This role contributes across the full software lifecycle, including requirements analysis, software design, implementation in C/C++, integration with hardware and systems, and verification/validation activities.

The engineer collaborates with internal teams and external customers to support requirement refinement, prototype development, and delivery of mission ‑ critical APS capabilities.

Responsibilities and Tasks:


* Provides software engineering input to the APS product team through development, testing, and validation activities.


* Develops and maintains C/C++ applications and embedded software for new features, system upgrades, and end ‑ of ‑ life replacements.


* Supports interpretation and implementation of internal and external customer application requirements.


* Reviews and becomes familiar with existing codebases, including subcontractor or partner ‑ developed modules.


* Writes high ‑ quality, maintainable source code within established deadlines.


* Performs unit testing and integration testing prior to release.


* Troubleshoots reported issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.


* Identifies, documents, and proposes solutions for software defects.


* Contributes to development and execution of test plans, procedures, and verification reports for qualification and acceptance testing.


* Supports laboratory testing on breadboards, mock ‑ ups, and system integration test setups.


* Creates and maintains task lists and engineering documentation.


* Assists with system integration, field testing, and system ‑ level troubleshooting.


* Collaborates closely with systems, hardware, electrical, and test engineering disciplines.

Education, Experience, License, or Certification:


* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field


* 5 or more years of related experience


* Experience with C/C++ and Python software development


* Candidate must hold or be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance


* Experience in embedded, real ‑ time, or hardware ‑ adjacent software environments preferred


* Experience working in classified or defense environments is a plus


* Experience supporting integrated hardware ‑ software systems beneficial

Skills and Abilities:


* Proficient in software development processes including requirements, design, implementation, and test.


* Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and structured engineering processes.


* Solid understanding of interactions between software and hardware components.


* Strong written and verbal communication skills.


* Ability to work effectively in a classified environment following security proced...