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# Lead Software Engineer

- **Company:** CHIPTON ROSS
- **Location:** Yorba Linda, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Embedded C, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Real Time Systems, Software Security, SC Clearance
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cjhunter.com//jobsearch/showjob.html?resultid=oJlVB7&offset=162&PageSize=ALL&PageTitle=%3Cspan+style%3D%27font-weight%3Abold%27%3ELead+Software+Engineer+-+%3C%2Fspan%3EChipton-Ross+is+seeking+a+Lead+Software+Engineer++for+a+contract+opportunity+in+Yorba+Linda%2C+CA.+%0A%0ABASIC+QUALIFICATIONS+(REQUIRED+SKILLS%2FEXPERIENCE)%3A+%0A%9510%2B+years+of+hands-on+Milita..&SIDW=f8617ff77ea6e96d186bed2434f037c2.VUlEPTc5MzgyMTgw

## About the Role

10+ years of hands-on Military Modernized GPS Cryptography in Systems/Software/Security development engineering
10+ years of hands-on Military Legacy GPS Cryptography in Systems/Software/Security development engineering
5+ years of proven ability to guide and influence FSET reviewers toward a favorable outcome
10+ years of embedded C and C++ expertise
5+ years experience supporting TV and SDS analysis
Deep experience in Military Modernized GPS Cryptography / MGUE development
Active SECRET Clearance or higher

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
The candidate must have deep hands-on technical knowledge in Military GPS code (Legacy and Modernized) Cryptography, preferably with development experience on MGUE programs. Navigation Solutions products provide advanced military GPS, Anti-Jam systems, and other Assured Position, Navigation, Timing (A-PNT) capabilities in military embedded real-time systems that can be used in weapons, ground, airborne, maritime, and space environments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
Experience working at USAF/USSF GPS-Directorate/SSC/PNT, L3H IEC, BAE (Legacy Rockwell/Rockwell Collins) MGUE GPS, Raytheon MGUE GPS

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Accredited Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years prior related experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.



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