Software Development Engineer

Leidos is seeking a Software Development Engineer who will be a member of a dynamic team working on the Federal Aviation Administration’s En-Route Automation Modernization ERAM) system, which is the heart of the Next Generation Air Traffic Control System. ERAM is vital to air navigation, providing the backbone foundational platform for all ATC Systems.

Developers on ERAM support new system capabilities/enhancements requested by the FAA and system upgrades based on Tech Refresh initiatives. ERAM also enables increased air traffic flow as the need for additional capabilities evolve. Leidos is looking for developers for the ERAM middleware layer which we refer to as FlightDeck”.

Flight Deck (FDK) functions, capabilities include:

• Real-Time Programming on High Availability Systems
• Multi-threaded programming
• Low Level Operating Systems (Linux) - Customization, RPMs, Firmware, Unix Command Line
• SW/HW Integration, NetApp, Hardware, Ansible Playbooks, automation (scripting languages)
• Low level communication software (TCP-IP, UDP, SCTP)
• Support of Common Services utilized by ERAM Application teams
• System Maintenance Concepts

Primary Responsibilities

• Modernizing the AT control system by improving the availability and performance of the ERAM system.
• Supporting ERAM as it continues to migrate upgrade hardware, software, OS levels, firmware, security, and CAS. Detailed knowledge of Linux OS and OS concepts desirable.
• Optimizing the experience for the flying public, Air Traffic Control, and the airline industry by improving the collaboration and decision-making capabilities of flight controllers
• Developing and maintaining the FAA air traffic control software (primarily Ada95/C++) on a UNIX/Linux platform. There are a number of support/maintenance functions that utilize PERL/PYTHON.
• Performing software development as needed for the ERAM system
• Coordinate Solutions with Systems Engineering
• Coordinate the development of new capabilities and upgrade to common services provided the applications via the FlightDeck API.
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• Demonstrated Software Development Skills/Capabilities
• Excellent Verbal and Communication Skills
• Flexibility in working across multiple SW languages
• Demonstrated ability to debug and solve problems
• A Strong Desire to Learn & Improve your Technical Capabilities
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-On Work Experience performing Software Engineering Tasks (non-academic internships)
• Track Record for completing complex SW development assignments.
• Leadership Skills & Experience

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Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

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