Software/Computer Engineer

ASRC Federal Advanced Research supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Airspace System (NAS) (SLES) contract.We are seeking a highly motivated Software/Computer Engineer to support the Weather Systems Group. This role contributes to the design, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical aviation weather systems supporting real-time operations across the NAS.

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, test, and maintain software supporting weather system applications and fielded devicesImplement enhancements, bug fixes, and new capabilities across system componentsDevelop scripts and tools using C, C++, and Python for automation, analysis, and system configurationProvide technical support to field technicians, maintenance personnel, and engineering teams by responding to trouble reports, support requests, and operational issues involving ASOS systems and associated configuration-controlled products.Participate in code reviews, integration testing, and configuration management processesSupport full software lifecycle including requirements, development, testing, and deployment

Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/wireless) supporting weather systemsConfigure and manage routers, switches, and network segmentation (VLANs, ACLs, VPNs)Troubleshoot network performance and connectivity issues using diagnostic toolsPerform capacity planning and scalability assessments for distributed systemsSupport secure communications and network hardening efforts

Support integration of hardware and software systems in lab and field environmentsTroubleshoot system-level issues across software, networking, and hardware componentsHandle and document trouble calls from operational users and field sitesConduct system testing, validation, and verification activitiesEvaluate and recommend upgrades for end-of-life hardware and system modernization

Coordinate and manage engineering changes from concept through deploymentDevelop technical documentation, reports, and engineering artifacts for field useLead or contribute to process improvements and engineering best practicesCollaborate with government stakeholders, engineers, and field technicians

Requirements:

US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required. All applicants must have resided in the United States for the past 3 years.

On-site presence will be as required by the FAA.

Familiarity with VLANs, VPNs, NAT, ACLs, and network segmentationKnowledge of network monitoring and diagnostic toolsStrong understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP comms, subnetting, routing, and switchingFamiliarity with HW system design, schematics and interconnectsUnderstanding of serial communication protocols such as RS-232Proficient in programming languages and scripts used in model and tool development (C, C++, Python)Experience with use of source control such as Git.Must demonstrate initiative with minimal oversightExperience working in a team environmentExperience authoring technical documentation and providing technical supportGood written and spoken communication including developing technical documentationAbility to pass an FAA background investigationMust be local to the OKC area or willing to relocate. Will need to have the ability to interface with hardware when needed.Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Level 1: Entry LevelLevel 2: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 1Level 3: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 2Level 4: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 3