Embedded Software Engineer

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support the development of the next generation of unmanned maritime systems in support of Naval Information Warfare Center, Pacific. Located in Point Loma, CA just minutes away from major highways, historical landmarks, ocean views, and elite restaurants.

The Software Engineer will support the design and development of reliable, modular, and secure software components for use on-board Unmanned Systems and associated payloads as well as shore-based command and control (C2) and mission planning platforms.  The software development effort will include computing and processing for real-time data collection, including collection of navigation data, mission sensor data, and vehicle health monitoring.

Work will be performed on-site in San Diego, CA.

This opportunity is contingent upon contract award, anticipated in Spring 2022.

Job duties may include:

• Software design and development of unmanned system functionality, including data collection, navigation control, and C2 user interface
• Specification, design, development, and review of software modules that function as part of the C4ISR systems required for unmanned system use.
• Design, development, and review of software modules for the C2 system.
• Testing of software modules to validate performance against system requirements.
• Capture, analysis, documentation of system requirements based on stakeholder expectations.
• Building software modules to requirements in an agile software development environment.
• Participating in brainstorming and requirements development meetings.
• Placing software artifacts into configuration management systems, including but not limited to CM Pro and Git.
• Providing engineering review and guidance to Jr team members
• Active participation in team brainstorming and technical review meetings

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field) and five (5) years of experience
• At least SECRET clearance
• Experience with Python and C++
• Experience developing in Linux environments (e.g. Redhat or Ubuntu)
• Experience with unit testing frameworks such as Junit
• Possesses effective written and oral communication skills

Desired Skills:

• Experience in embedded application development, including Robotic Operating System (ROS) framework.
• Experience as a software developer in support of unmanned systems

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are more than 26,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a respectful work culture based on diversity, equity, and inclusion that values all contributors. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.