Sobre este puesto de Software Engineer - Aegis Based Defense en JRC Careers
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Who We Are (video)
At JRC, we tackle some of the toughest challenges faced by the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. Our expertise in engineering innovation and semiconductor technologies allows us to deliver mission-critical microelectronics solutions, aerospace systems engineering, and cutting-edge research and development. By joining JRC, you’ll be part of a team that supports strategic deterrence and defense missions, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the United States and its allies.
🚀Join JRC's Strategic Defense & International Operations (SDIO) Team!
Join a high-impact team at the forefront of missile defense, where you'll help advance the software that powers the U.S. Navy's Aegis and SM-6 weapon systems. As an AEGIS Based Defense Software Engineer, you'll work alongside elite engineers, scientists, Naval officers, and defense professionals to develop next-generation missile defense capabilities that directly support the Fleet.
This role offers the opportunity to lead complex software initiatives spanning guidance, navigation, control systems, flight testing, system integration, and software architecture, while solving some of the nation's most challenging defense problems.
If you're passionate about mission-critical engineering, missile systems, and seeing your work deployed in real-world operations, this is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on national security.
💼What You'll Do
- Address emerging Next Generation Missile Defense threats and capabilities, significant upgrades are required for the SM-6 software; these software upgrades encompass advanced targeting algorithms, enhanced flight profile optimizations for engaging advanced threats, and upgraded datalink processing to ensure seamless fire control integration.
- Support the SM-6 Round Lead, in design, development, testing, and integration of software for the missile and its incorporation into the Aegis Under Layer while retaining compatibility with the ship-based Aegis Weapon System & land-based Aegis Guam System.
- Oversee the design, development, and implementation of software solutions for missile guidance, navigation, and control systems including the upgrade of missile guidance laws, feedback control logic, six-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) flight simulations, and real-time sensor data processing.
- Contribute to software architecture design, requirements analysis, detailed design, and code reviews.
- Support Aegis Under Layer, Aegis Weapon System, and Aegis Guam System integration & testing activities.
- Participate in flight tests and data analysis.
- Manage technical meetings and design reviews for software activities, including MDA Engineering Technical Reviews.
- Oversee the progress of development sprints and managing backlogs.
- Define long-term technical strategies and architectural roadmaps.
- Support the analysis of Real Word Events and observations that lead to required software changes / updates.
🧠What You Bring to the Table
- US Citizenship with Active DoW Secret Clearance
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline degree related to area of specialty
- 5+ years of related professional experience
- Mastery of MS Office suite and familiarity with collaborative tools such as Jira, Confluence or Teams
- Missile System Experience
⭐Bonus Points
- Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Field
- 7+ Years experience
- Active TS/SCI Clearance
- Prior experience with Weapons Systems Deployment
- Experience with Missile Systems Engineering
- Technical experience in one of the following areas: Fleet operations, systems engineering, missile systems, Aegis Qualifications, etc.
At JRC we offer...
- A competitive compensation package
- An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
- The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
- A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
- Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career
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