Software Engineer

Job Description

Lead software integration, debugging, automation, and system architecture activities supporting the F-35 and Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works) Mission Systems. Drive software integration strategy, CI/CD implementation, virtual laboratory development, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver mission-ready software solutions.

• Job Details
• Engineering
• F-35
• 4/10-A Schedule
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Education & Job Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a STEM discipline, or equivalent experience equating to at least 14 years of professional software development experience
• 6+ years of C++ programming experience
• 4+ years of Python programming experience
• 6+ years of Linux or Unix experience
• 3+ years of hardware troubleshooting and integration experience
• 6+ years of software debugging
• Lead engineering teams with 3+ years of technical leadership experience
• Support software integration across mission-critical systems
• Ability to obtain required special program access after the start of the assignment
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

• Preferred Skills
• Experience with software integration, debugging, and system-level testing
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools, including Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure DevOps
• Proficiency with scripting and automation languages, including Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Knowledge of aircraft or mission systems software development lifecycles
• Experience with simulated environments and hardware-in-the-loop testing

• Job Duties & Functions
• Lead and mentor a team of software integration engineers by providing technical guidance, code reviews, and engineering best practices
• Develop, integrate, and debug software supporting aircraft flight software, simulated mission systems, and laboratory environments
• Direct architectural decisions throughout the software development lifecycle
• Optimize CI/CD pipelines to support reliable and repeatable build processes
• Architect virtual development laboratories and aircraft software integration processes
• Design automation tools using open-source, commercial, and internally developed solutions
• Champion reusable software frameworks and scalable automation infrastructure
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering efforts with mission systems experts, simulation specialists, and stakeholder groups
• Troubleshoot software integration and hardware interface issues across multiple environments
• Support system-level testing while ensuring mission-critical performance and safety requirements are achieved
• Establish software integration standards and development best practices
• Collaborate with internal customers and partner organizations supporting multiple defense programs

• Physical Requirements & Environment
• Work full-time onsite
• Obtain required special program access while on assignment

• TeamGlobal Benefits
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more!
• TG Rewards Program
• Employee Referral Program