Senior Software Engineer

These positions are for software leads in Munitions, to provide leadership for the software efforts on a subset of the contracts currently under the direction of the Munitions Software Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead. Oversee the associated software engineering lifecycle, including estimating, planning, requirements analysis, architecture, design, implementation, unit testing, hardware/software integration, and range testing.

Senior Software Engineer
Sterling Heights MI
Contract to HIre - 1st Shift, 9/80
Hours:  8am -5pm
Pay Rate:  $61.22/Hr.

REQUIREMENTS:  Senior Software Engineer

• Our client requires that candidates must have ability to obtain a DoD Secret Personnel Clearance (PCL), for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in real-time embedded software development and/or software testing; can be 2 years with a master’s degree
• Experience providing technical direction to a team of developers.
• Practical knowledge and experience with applicable software engineering processes
• Familiarity with Capability Maturity Model Integrated (CMMI) and Software Life Cycle Management
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Manager/Work Package Manager duties.
• Contemporary design/development experience.
• Highly skilled in object-oriented design and C++ embedded software development.
• Familiarity with Ethernet communications.
• Exceptional communication (verbal and written) and collaboration skills.
• Ability to conduct effective meetings, discussions, and presentations.

JOB DESCRIPTION:  Senior Software Engineer Our client has openings for individuals with experience and a passion for real-time, embedded software development. These positions are for software leads in Munitions, to provide leadership for the software efforts on a subset of the contracts currently under the direction of the Munitions Software Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead. This position will be responsible for the overall software execution of the assigned contracts, overseeing development activities within the client Platforms and Services segment and managing external software development through subcontracts where applicable. This position is approximately 60% individual contributor role of software design and development and 40% software technical project leadership.

Key Responsibilities:  Senior Software Engineer
Oversee the associated software engineering lifecycle, including estimating, planning, requirements analysis, architecture, design, implementation, unit testing, hardware/software integration, and range testing.
Evaluate software requirements for consistency with higher level performance goals, customer needs, and contractual Statements of Work.
Coordinate with the Software Architect to ensure technical outcomes meet customer requirements and secure necessary approvals from Functional Management.
Lead collaborative problem-solving and resolve conflicts between subsystems or disciplines to optimize system performance, quality, and cost.
Ensure all Cybersecurity efforts are properly coordinated within the software domain.
Monitor and control technical, cost, and schedule performance implementing corrective actions as needed to keep efforts on track.
Oversee Control Accounts or Work Packages, providing periodic estimates at complete (EAC) to support the EVMS reporting.
Plan software project schedules and builds to align with overall product development timelines.
Manage internal and external resources, coordinating with functional and project managers to identify and acquire necessary talent.
Provide unbiased, constructive Performance and Development Review (PDR) input for assigned project personnel.
Ensure the project team executes with rigor in accordance with tailored Business Management System (BMS) Procedures.
Coordinate with Safety Engineering organization to ensure software safety efforts are accurately recorded and that the appropriate level of rigor is applied to safety critical work products.
Support the Software Verification Lead in planning, environment design, and the execution of test scripts and procedures. • Ensure the team successfully supports Software Quality Assurance (SQA) and Software Configuration Management (SCM) audits. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
Plan and lead formal software development milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR) with United States Government (USG) representatives
Proactively communicate risks, issues and opportunities to the Software IPT Lead, Functional Manager and Program Manager(s).
Prepare and present project metrics and technical status at formal milestone reviews, technical interchange meetings, and IPT meetings.
Maintain and enhance the technical reputation of the client with customers and industry partners. SKILLS PREFERRED:  Senior Software Engineer

• Experience working with RTOS and/or bare-metal real-time application development.
• Working Cybersecurity domain knowledge, specifically of Risk Management Framework and the requirements and process to obtain/maintain Authority to Operate (ATO). Ideally, the candidate would possess a cybersecurity certification.
• Weapon system and/or combat vehicle subject matter expertise.
• Current Secret Clearance

EDUCATION PREFERRED:  Senior Software Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science