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# Software Engineer - Tactical Systems (RR1005)

- **Company:** Hart Inc.
- **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Distributed Systems, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Lua (Scripting Language), Scrum Methodology, Software Construction, Software Requirements Analysis, Scripting
- **Published:** May 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usbc4b70af3160d91162ee15f42c0c402e

## About the Role

* 5+ years demonstrating proficiency with modern C++ Standard Library.
 * 2+ years exp. building software for networked environments.
 * US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance.
 * Proficiency with Linux operating systems.

Desired Skills

 * Multi-Language Fluency - Ability to pivot between multiple languages such as C/C++, Python, Java, Lua and other scripting languages.
 * Prior experience with tactical control systems or hardware-in-the-loop development is highly desired.
 * Familiarity with Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
 * Active DoD Security Clearance.

## Description

HART Technologies, Inc is looking or talented software engineers to join our specialized control systems engineering team onsite in Dahlgren, VA. This team is dedicated to the design of high-stakes tactical systems where performance and reliability are critical to success. A successful candidate thrives in a Linux environment and is comfortable with AGILE development paradigms., * Design and deploy C++ applications for real-time tactical environments.

 * Develop and enhance network-distributed software to ensure synchronization of complex distributed systems.
 * Support all phases of the engineering life-cycle from initial architectural designs to final integration on target hardware.
 * Design, develop, integrate, test and deploy software in C++ for real-time tactical applications.
 * Work closely with critical stakeholders and subject matter experts to understand and achieve system requirements and goals.


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