JOB TITLE: Software Engineer - Developer 4
LOCATION: Chantilly, VA
PAY RATE: $105.50/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance (SCI Eligibility Required)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Lead software development activities, including:
Detailed software design
Coding and implementation
Unit, integration, functional, and system testing
Translate system-level requirements into software requirements, models, and traceable artifacts.
Lead code reviews to ensure compliance with standards and requirements.
Monitor testing, verification, issue resolution, and software performance throughout the development lifecycle.
Conduct risk, issue, and opportunity analysis, driving mitigation actions across software programs.
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment between customer requirements and software solutions.
Review products and processes for alignment with project plans, quality expectations, and industry standards.
Lead and support software integration and deployment activities.
Requirements:
Active Top Secret Clearance (SCI Eligibility Required)
5+ years of experience in:
Computer Science fundamentals
Object-oriented design and software patterns
Experience with Java, C++, and/or Python on full stack software development programs.
Experience leading software development lifecycle (SDLC) activities, projects, and/or teams.
Ability to successfully complete a CI Polygraph post-start.
Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, or related technical field.
Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React/OpenLayers, Spring Framework, Hibernate, REST/Open API, and RDBMS/NoSQL databases (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB).
Experience with JMS, WebLogic, and middleware technologies.
Familiarity with Agile/SAFe methodologies, including user stories, sprints, standups, and release planning.
Experience with TDD, DevSecOps, CI/CD, and tools such as Git, Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, and GitLab CI.
Experience writing and executing unit, integration, and system test cases.
Experience supporting space-based or ground-based systems.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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