Software Engineer

This position is contingent upon contract awardAmentum is seeking a seasoned professional to serve as a Software Engineer. This position is based in Houston TX. The Software Engineer will develop maintain and enhance complexdiverse software systems based upon documented requirements. The software engineer will also review and test software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. The engineer will also resolve software reported problems. The Software Engineer is an exciting role that supports the U.S. Navys launch test facilities Research and Development R&D program. This R&D program is a top priority for our nation and supports both U.S. Navy Submarine and Surface Ship weapons system capability testing.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop maintain and enhance complexdiverse software systems based upon documented requirements. Test software components for adherence to design requirements and document test results. Resolve reported software problems.. Utilize software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provide specific inputs to the software components of system design to include hardwaresoftware trade-offs software reuse and the use of Commercial Off-the-Shelf COTS software.Assist with the development of software strategies and requirements to meet programmatic needs.Analyze requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.Designcode new software or modify existing software to add new features.Debug existing software and correct defects.Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments.Develop simple data queries for existing proposed databases or data repositories.Make recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards.Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards.Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.Write or review software and system documentation.Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards conferring with users or system engineers analyzing systems flow data usage and work processes and investigating problem areas.Modify existing software to correct errors to adapt to new hardware or to improve its performance.Design develop and modify software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design.Design or implement complex database or data repository interfacesqueries.Required QualificationsBachelors Degree in Computer Science or related technical disciple from an accredited college or university is required.Minimum 6 years of software programming experience in complex engineering environments.Experience utilizing the following software Factorytalk Labview Studio 5000Experience with software programming of Programmable Logic Controllers PLCs.Experience with software programming of data acquisition systems.Experience with software programming of control systems.Experience with software programming time synchronization with different interfaces.Experience with Microsoft office Tools word Excel PowerPoint.Preferred QualificationsMasters Degree in Computer Science or related technical disciple from an accredited college or university is required.Familiarity with U.S. Navy weapons system software.Experience referencingusing Interface Control Documents ICDs and software requirements documents.Security & ClearanceAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S government security clearance. Note US Citizenship is required to obtain a U.S government security clearance.Work EnvironmentThis position is based in Houston TX. Travel expected is approximately 33 of working time and is typically planned well in advance. The role involves a blend of office-based design and analysis work with periodic field presence during installation testing and commissioning activities requiring the ability to work in varied environments including industrial and outdoor settings. Compensation Details120000.00-155000.00 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.Benefits OverviewOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings includeHealth dental and vision insurancePaid time off and holidaysRetirement benefits including 401k matchingEducational reimbursementParental leaveEmployee stock purchase planTax-saving optionsDisability and life insurancePet insuranceNote Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement CBA the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act SCA or other employment contracts may include different provisionsbenefits. Original Posting08242026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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