Job Description

Software Engineer / Software Tester

Location: Huntsville, AL (100% Onsite)
Clearance Required: Final Secret (minimum; TS/SCI also accepted)

Overview

We are building a team of Software Engineers and Software Test Engineers to support a large-scale defense program in Huntsville, AL. The effort spans new software development, software/hardware integration, and rigorous testing.

We are interviewing all candidates through a single process, then aligning individuals to the best-fit sub-team (development, test, or interface) based on skills and interest. You do not need to meet every qualification listed — strong candidates will demonstrate depth in one or more of the core areas.

Responsibilities (varies by assignment)

• Software Development

  • Design, implement, and maintain software in Linux based C++ and Python development environments

  • Contribute to clean-sheet architecture and design using UML (Cameo or similar).

  • Participate in the full software lifecycle: requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and verification.

  • Develop software in a Linux (Red Hat) environment.

• Software Testing & Integration

  • Develop and execute unit, process-level, and system-level tests.

  • Work with software/hardware integration testbeds to verify performance.

  • Support automated test frameworks and troubleshoot integration issues.

  • Collaborate with engineers to validate requirements and ensure performance, reliability, and safety.

• Collaboration & Process

  • Work within structured, process-oriented development

  • Use requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS) to trace requirements to code and tests.

  • Engage in peer reviews, design discussions, and team decision-making within a large team.

Required Qualifications

• Active Final Secret clearance (minimum). TS and TS/SCI candidates welcome. Interim clearances cannot be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.

• Experience in at least one of the following areas:

  • Software design and development (C++, Python, Ada, C#, etc.)

  • Software/hardware integration or testbed work

  • Unit, integration, or system-level testing in a structured environment

• Familiarity with Linux (preferably Red Hat).

• Ability to work onsite full-time in Huntsville, AL, with flexibility for early start hours.

Desired Qualifications (not required)

• Experience with UML modeling tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody).

• Familiarity with requirements management systems (e.g., DOORS).

• Real-time operating systems (RTOS) experience.

• Background in large defense or aerospace programs.

• Knowledge of structured development processes