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# Software Engineer (Data Processing and Fusion) - Clearance Required

- **Company:** Velos Inc.
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $175,000 - $190,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Code Reuse, Data Fusion, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Data Processing, SC Clearance, Production Code
- **Published:** November 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/software-engineer-data-processing-and-fusion-clearance-required-washington-dc--b51e7c3e-7093-4a42-9e4b-4fbdcfbfa611

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Data Processing, Data Fusion, Consulting, Small Business, Market Analysis, Technical Support, Strategic Planning, Government Relations, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Candidates must possess an active SECRET clearance at minimum.

## Description

We are looking for highly qualified Software Engineer (Data Processing and Fusion) for a contract working onsite supporting NRL in Washington, DC., The Software Engineer (Data Processing and Fusion) should be proficient at the following tasks and/or activities:

 * Handles the data coming off the sensors
 * Works directly with scientists to fuse data across products using their algorithms, including radar and imaging data fusion
 * Requires strong general software development skills with a data and image fusion and processing emphasis
 * Requires prior data fusion work, a track record of collaborating with scientists, and experience translating science algorithms into production code
 * Requires a systems architect skill set and a high degree of technical depth
 * Designs and develops software related to instrument control and onboard and ground data processing
 * Develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems based upon documented requirements
 * Evaluates and applies advanced mathematical methods and algorithms that meet performance requirements
 * Provides specific input on hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and use of COTS/GOTS in place of new development
 * Provides engineering support to the flight and ground system design and development team to assure system integrity, apply standards, and reuse software components across ground and space systems
 * Mitigates risk, controls cost and schedule variance, manages large-scale integrated software projects, and tests software components against design requirements