Weapon System Software Engineer (Mid-Level)

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for a talented Weapon System Software Engineer to join our team in Dahlgren! In this role you will join the fight at an exciting time when naval surface weapons are needed as much as ever. New and emerging threats continue to present challenges that we meet with novel approaches to combat adapting enemy tactics. At Dahlgren, we are working to bring new technology to the Warfighter, continuously improve system performance, and ensure the US Navy maintains the solutions required for ship self-defense while bringing the means to project force.

Project Background

Parsons is providing support to the Gun Weapon System (GWS) program, specifically within the MK 160 Gun Computer System (GCS). This USN Program of Record provides the fire control solution and gun mount control to accurately aim and fire the naval surface guns aboard multiple classes of ships in the fleet. GWS with GCS is integrated as a certified element of the AEGIS Combat System. Our software engineers bring critical skills to support the development, test, integration, and deployment of in-service systems.

• Work is on-site at NSWC Dahlgren in King George, VA.*

What you will be doing:

• Work with a scrum team to design and develop new external system interfaces such as optical sights, surface radars, and navigational systems
• Use Java and C++ to modify, modernize, or refactor existing code to improve system performance and stay aligned with combat system interface changes.
• Enable design updates and implement improvements to support software maintainability across baselines

What required experience you bring:

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of software engineering experience; OR Master's degree and 3+ years of experience may be considered
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Experience working with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) or similar Agile tracking tools

What desired experience you bring:

• Experience with AEGIS combat system or related elements
• Familiarity with USN CONOPS
• Familiarity with Ada programming language desired but not required

Security Clearance Requirement:

A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $74,800.00 - $130,900.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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