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# Mid-Level C++ Engineer - Real-Time Tactical Systems (RR1005)

- **Company:** Hart Inc.
- **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, JIRA, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), Lua (Scripting Language), Software Construction, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Scripting, Git, Linux Development, Production Code, Build Tools, C++14
- **Published:** June 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ab03a2b33bba2462

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Systems integration?, * A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.

 * 3+ years professional experience with modern C++ and the Standard Library (ie. maps, threading, iterators, etc).
 * Linux development proficiency (kernel, build systems, debugging).
 * US citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.

Desired Skills
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Experience building software for networked or embedded environments.

 * Ability to work with Python, Lua, or other scripting languages as needed.
 * Experience with tactical control systems or hardware-in-the-loop testing.
 * Familiarity with Agile and Jira & Git.
 * Active DoD clearance is a plus.

## Description

Design, develop, test, and deploy C++ applications for real-time tactical environments.

 * Implement network-synchronization layers for distributed systems.
 * Support the full software life-cycle from architecture design through onsite integration on platforms.
 * Partner with subject-matter experts to translate system requirements into reliable code.
 * Work with a robust multi-disciplinary team to develop and integrate hardware and software systems.


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