Chief Software Architect for Missile Defense System

CFD Research Corporation
Huntsville, AL, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Systems Engineering Computational Fluid Dynamics Capability Maturity Model Integration Object-Oriented Software Development OpenShift Software Architecture Simulation Software Kubernetes Information Technology Devsecops Docker

Job description

About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine’s Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com

Requirements

Do you have experience in Technical solutions implementation?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Security Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Department of Defense Secret clearance (must maintain throughout contract performance).

  • Experience: 15+ years of experience in software architecture, model-based engineering (MBSE), and missile defense systems.
  • Technical Proficiency: Expertise in high-level object-oriented architecture, DevSecOps implementation frameworks, and cross-platform technical vision.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related STEM field (Master’s preferred)., * In-depth understanding of secure containerized environments (Kubernetes, Docker, OpenShift) within DoD infrastructures.
  • Excellent technical presentation skills for communication with senior government stakeholders.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • AD&D insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance, Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

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