Software Integration Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation6 months ago
Chantilly, VA, USAMid Level / Senior
Base Salary
$87k - $130k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop software supporting space, ground, and launch systems in national security, civil, and commercial domains.
- Solve complex problems across various software system domains and identify opportunities to apply emerging technologies such as AI.
- Collaborate with teams across the corporation to develop cross-domain space solutions.
- Engage with customers to leverage technology for challenging space-related problems.
- For senior-level work, lead team discussions, code collaboration, technical design sessions, client discussions, estimates, and development timelines.
- Learn and grow through new work opportunities, training, and mentorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in STEM, emphasizing Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- At least two years of relevant experience in web application development, Spring Framework, Java, Python, RESTful services, or cloud technologies.
- Demonstrated coding and scripting ability in at least two programming languages, such as Java, Python, or C/C++.
- Experience with Git or Subversion, Agile development, DevSecOps, Atlassian tools, and collaborative source code management.
- Experience with Windows and Linux development environments, including hands-on Linux experience.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
- Willingness to travel approximately 15% domestically.
- Senior-level candidates require at least four years of relevant experience and experience leading Agile development teams, technical discussions, code collaboration, and design sessions.
- Preferred qualifications include an advanced STEM degree, in-depth AI/LLM knowledge and experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance.
Benefits
- Full-time position based in Chantilly, Virginia, requiring 100% onsite work and approximately 15% domestic travel.
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
- Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
- Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
- 401(k) plan with company-paid benefits of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service, plus matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
- Flexible spending accounts and a variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
- Relocation assistance.
- Professional growth, development, and education assistance programs.
- Inclusive work environment focused on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
About The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation is a nonprofit operator of a federally funded research and development center, providing independent systems engineering, research, and mission assurance for U.S. government space programs. It supports defense, civil, and some commercial customers across satellites, launch vehicles, ground systems, remote sensing, and cyber. Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, it advises on acquisition, design, testing, and operations to improve reliability of national security space systems.