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# Space Force Advanced Software Engineer

- **Company:** General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Scottsdale, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $124,397.0 - $138,003.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://justjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17908487?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17908487%2FSpace-Force-Advanced-Software-Engineer-Arizona-Scottsdale

## About the Role

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

What sets you apart:

 * Ability to lead the software development process
 * Expertise in applying technical standards and methodologies to solve challenges in creative ways
 * Collaborative team player eager to provide technical leadership and positioning others for success
 * Thorough knowledge of technology trends and willingness to champion new ideas and process improvements
 * Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
 * Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation



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