Software Engineer

Join our team at AS&T as a Software Engineer - Level 3 and contribute your extensive software engineering experience to the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Space Data Integrator (SDI) project. SDI is an operational prototype designed to enhance the integration of launch and reentry vehicles into the National Airspace System (NAS). In this role, you will lead complex development activities, provide technical guidance to other engineers, and deliver reliable software capabilities that support vehicle position data processing, display, distribution, and airspace management., * Lead the analysis, design, development, integration, testing, and deployment of software components supporting SDI.

• Translate complex requirements into maintainable software designs and implementation plans.
• Develop and enhance software using appropriate programming languages, frameworks, and development tools.
• Conduct code reviews, identify potential design and implementation issues, and promote adherence to established software engineering standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects, integration challenges, and performance issues.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced software engineers.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, test personnel, and other stakeholders to ensure software solutions satisfy functional and operational requirements.
• Participate in Agile planning, estimation, reviews, and other software development activities.
• Support technical documentation, system integration, release preparation, and continuous improvement efforts.

• A minimum of 10 years and up to 15 years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Extensive familiarity with programming languages relevant to the technology employed, including Java, NodeJS, JavaScript, React, Express, and PHP.
• Demonstrated experience independently designing, developing, testing, and maintaining complex software applications.

Desired Skills / Experience

• Experience with Java, NodeJS, JavaScript, React, Express, and PHP and modern web development.
• Experience with Ansible, Bitbucket, Docker, Git, and Jenkins.
• Experience with software integration, application performance, debugging, and automated testing.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices, continuous integration, and deployment workflows.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical disciplines.
• Experience providing technical guidance, reviewing code, and supporting the professional development of other engineers.

Background/Security Requirements

• Must be able to pass an Enhanced Background Investigation (SF-85), subject to applicable position requirements.

Ability to Work Remotely The primary location is WJHTC, Atlantic City, NJ, occasional ability for remote work., * Do you presently have a security clearance? * Have you held a security clearance in the last year? * Did anyone refer you to AS&T? * Have you ever worked at the FAA? * How many years of experience do you have in this or a similar role? * What is your highest level of completed education?

Offers a first class benefits package, competitive salary and bonus incentives.