Software Engineer Senior Principal - 3630

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World's Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation's safety.

As a member of the Sustaining Engineering team, you would join other smart, talented, and dedicated engineers that pride themselves in analyzing the most difficult challenges for the launch-test range while developing and delivering solutions to meet the needs of the US Space Force and their customers.

This position is located at Patrick Space Force Base.

This position is eligible for a (hybrid) telecommuting schedule.

Tasks for this position must be performed largely on-site, but later assignments may be performed remotely.

Essential Functions

• Leads in the design, development, testing, troubleshooting and analysis of software programs and firmware for new and existing systems
• Leads in the design, development, testing, troubleshooting and analysis of software programs and software solutions
• Develops documentation of new or existing programs
• Leads software engineering project teams
• Assists in customizing purchased applications and assists in maintaining program libraries and manuals based on research and customer needs
• Conducts and supports complex Level 1, 2, and 3 testing to qualify systems for Range operations
• Supports the efforts of all technical support personnel for assigned projects
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills to balance, plan, prioritize, and execute projects
• Ability to work within a dynamic, fast paced environment with time constraints as a team player
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for design, creation and testing of software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to lead working groups

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) degree
• Ten (10) or more years of experience in software engineering and operating systems programming
• Demonstrated proficiency with C, Fortran, and Java languages
• Experience working with Windows and Linux (Red Hat and GNU) based computer systems and components
• Experience working with software design principles and computer hardware

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Security+ certification or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of hire
• Occasional travel may be requested - up to 10%
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.