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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Southeastern Computer Consultants, Inc.
- **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Software Applications, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Linux, GNU Debuggers, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Network Diagnostics, Pair Programming, Microsoft PowerPoint, Qt (Software), Memory Leaks, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Wireshark
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88632673/1

## About the Role

* Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret Security Clearance
 * A Bachelor's (BS) degree in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline or equivalent experience such as direct hands-on experience
with a weapon system application; or a military training background

 * Five (5) years of full-time professional experience in Software Engineering supporting the Department of Defense in program development, modeling, and/or simulation
 * At least two (2) years of continuous support of at least one major weapons system
 * Five (5) years of software development experience in at least one of the following languages: C++ and Python
 * 1+ Years experience developing in/with containers
 * Knowledge of memory and networking tools (e.g. GDB, Valgrind, Wireshark)
 * Knowledge of the Linux Operating System required
 * Knowledge how to use an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) required
 * Qt experience desired but not needed
 * Able to complete tasking independently
 * Able to translate mathematical problems/formulas into software
 * Able to work in a fast-paced work environment
 * Experience with Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
 * Able to travel

## Description

SCCI is seeking a Software Engineer to join our team in support of work on a Gun Fire Control System (GFCS). The GFCS team primarily focuses on developing software under the Battle Management System (BMS) for Gun Weapon System projects in the BMS portfolio. Software development is conducted under an Agile development structure and includes end-to-end related tasking. Primary duties include: This position is located in Dahlgren, VA., * Software design and development, coding, software and pipeline management, software testing, and integration efforts across various weapons system baselines

 * Finding software solutions to complicated problems
 * Track and report development progress to the GFCS Lead/Product Owner
 * Working independently and as a team member
 * Conducting and supporting peer reviews, product release reviews, pair programming and attending Agile development ceremonies
 * Performing data analysis and debugging to root cause reported issues
 * Collaborate with a Team-of-Teams: developers, testers, engineers, Subject-Matter-Experts and other staff as needed