Essential Functions

• Develops, tests, troubleshoots, analyzes and modifies software programs for Range metric tracking radar systems
• Supports Level 2 and 3 testing to qualify radar systems for Launch Range operations
• Plans, conducts, and assists in the execution of radar modification projects
• Organizes and monitors technical development activities to meet performance goals as well as schedule while providing management and guidance to the other software engineers working the project
• Serves as the primary interface for project information to internal management and the customers
• Develops documentation of new or existing programs, as required
• Works with customer(s) to define requirements and provide support
• Provide leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Ability to quickly grasp the “big picture,” identify critical project/system areas based on key stakeholders’ needs and assist in planning a project to effectively address those needs
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills for design, creation and testing of software
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work within a dynamic, fast paced environment with time constraints
• Effective communication skills with demonstrated capability to brief project information to management and customers

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, management information systems, or related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Software Engineering and operating systems programming
• Experience working with Windows and Linux (RedHat and GNU) based computer systems and components
• Experience working with software design principles
• Experience working with computer hardware

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Some travel may be required (less than 10%)
• Current Security+ or other DoD 8570 Certification or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of start date
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• This position is assigned to Patrick Space Force Base, FL
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

VETS is an EEO Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

VETS is a Department of Veterans Affairs, Center for Veterans Enterprise (CVE) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Based in Ashburn, Virginia, VETS has a Southwest operations office in Sierra Vista, Arizona and contract management sites throughout the United States. VETS supports a growing number of U.S. Government defense and civilian agencies with technology, systems engineering, as well as construction and program management support services.