Software Integration Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Software Implementation and Integration Department (SIID) specializes in transforming these advanced technologies into operational reality for our customers. Our team focuses on the practical integration of AI, cloud-native services, and data platforms, ensuring seamless interoperability across complex enterprise environments. We employ modern integration patterns, and automated deployment pipelines to bridge the gap between innovative solutions and mission-critical systems. By concentrating on implementation excellence and system integration, we enable rapid technology adoption whilemaintainingthe security, reliability, and performance standards for our customer’s demand.

Do cool work that matters in an industrythat’sbooming! We are looking for aSoftwareIntegrationEngineerto join our growing SoftwareIntegrationandImplementationDepartment. Our customers in the Space Force, Air Force, NASA, NOAA, other federal agencies, and commercial industry need your help toacquirecutting-edgesoftware capabilities to chase the future!

Work Model

• This is a full-time positionlocatedatChantilly,VAand requires 100% onsite work.

WhatYou’llBe Doing

• Develop software in a modern language to support space, ground, and launch systems in the national security, civil, and commercial domains

• Leverage your software engineering skills to solve complex problems in various software systems domains

• Identifyexciting opportunities for adoptingnew technologies, such as AI, to solve existing needs and predict future challenges

• Drive positive change by introducing new perspectives, challengeestablishedpractices, and foster a culture of innovation within the team

• Collaborate with teams across the corporation to develop cross-domain space solutions

• Operate strategically through engaging with customers inleveragingthe latest technology that provides innovative solutions to their challenging problems in the space arena

• Learn and grow through new work opportunities, training, and mentorship from experienced staff

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineeringor ComputerScience, or related STEM degree

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and team collaborative development using Atlassian tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence,BitBucket, SourceTree, etc.)

• 4 or more yearsof relevant experience in a position related to web application development, Spring Framework, Java, Python, RESTful services, or Cloud

• Demonstrated ability in coding and scripting with languages with at least two different programming languages (e.g.Java, Python, C/C++.)

• Familiarity with source code management (Git, Subversion), Infrastructure as code, andDevSecOps

• Hands on experience with WindowsorLinux Development Environments

• Willingness to travel approx. 10 % domestically (customer sites, locations,etc)if needed

• This position requires anactiveTS/SCI clearanceto obtain andmaintaina security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship isrequiredto obtain a security clearance.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Advanced degree in STEM with an emphasis in Computer Science or other sciences/engineering discipline.

• In-depth knowledge and experience in AI/LLM

• Proven experience with Linux environments

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.

(Min - Max) $100,300.00 - $150,400.00

Pay Basis: Annual

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Ways We Reward Our Employees

During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.

Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) Plan - Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• Education assistance programs
• An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other-the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.