Modeling & Simulation Software Engineer

DEPLOY has been retained to find aSoftware Engineer in Huntsville AL to join our team for the development of Modeling & Simulations (M&S) tools in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Ground Based Mid-course (GMD) program.

In this role you will design develop and enhance simulation framework code that integrates supplier-provided models and data sources. The candidate will join our team developing software in support of GMD customers Medium Fidelity Simulation tools specifically STRATSIM and IRM (Interceptor Reference Model) products.

Experience with AFSim (Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration Modeling) is beneficial.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with missile defense programs and M&S best practices. A background in software development lifecycle is strongly preferred. Qualified applicants will have strong programming skills be able to work independently and take a proactive role to assure that those task responsibilities are completed on schedule.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in the physical sciences mathematics engineering computer science or other relevant field
• 5 - 15 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency with C makefiles JavaScript Twisted (for GUI development) python scripting
• Demonstrable understanding of software principles theories and concepts related to software engineering (including software development lifecycle and software development process) design patterns Object-Oriented design and programming
• Experience with Agile development methodologies (sprints backlog team collaboration etc)
• Familiarity with GitLab source code management/project management tools
• Knowledge of Linux and Windows programming environments
• Desire for code quality not only in writing well-crafted code but participating in sprint planning unit tests and documentation in the process
• Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of STRATSIM IRM AFSIM
• Knowledge of Agile development process
• Experience with Git Jenkins or the Atlassian tool suite (Jira)
• Knowledge of Matlab/Mex files
• Knowledge of containerized applications like Docker/Kubernetes
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.

DEPLOYs client hashas provided industry-leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of defense energy space and environment. As a small family-oriented business our client provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit-sharing plan competitive salaries and perhaps most importantly the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.

• Competitive health dental and vision insurance with affordable premiums
• Flexible work schedules
• Two different flexible spending account options
• Company paid life insurance with options for employee paid additional
• Performance bonus program
• Education reimbursement program
• Company paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
• Vacation Sick & Holiday leave
• Robust 401k profit sharing plan
• Opportunities for internal promotions
• Employee referral incentive program
• Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries