JOB TITLE: Software Engineer 3 - Secure Networks & Protocols
LOCATION: Oklahoma City, OK
PAY RATE: $76.50/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: Secret Clearance required prior to start
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:
Design, develop, architect, and maintain secure networking and protocol software for reliable data exchange between systems
Collaborate with stakeholders to define and review product security requirements
Conduct performance analysis, testing, monitoring, and vulnerability assessments of networking software
Support secure software development throughout the product lifecycle
Research emerging networking technologies, protocols, and security trends
Contribute to software project and supplier management activities
Support the Ground Systems product team in developing advanced ground operating systems and infrastructure
Work across multiple operating systems, including Linux, Windows, Cisco IOS, VXWorks, and ESXi
Develop secure, self-contained, air-gapped, and WAN-connected systems
Requirements:
Secret Clearance required prior to start
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience
Experience with Linux deployment and administration, including Bash scripting and remote access
Knowledge of networking, storage administration, and package management
Understanding of virtualization concepts
Experience with containerization and familiarity with Kubernetes
Must be a U.S. citizen to comply with security clearance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, or related discipline
Knowledge of communications and network systems, networking protocols, and secure communications
Understanding of cybersecurity vulnerabilities, survivability, and secure system design
Experience with software programming languages, databases, and systems integration
Familiarity with networking technologies, simulation/modeling tools, and software development tools
Knowledge of real-time systems, operating systems, and hardware/software integration
Ability to derive, allocate, and trace requirements throughout the product lifecycle
Experience with software architecture and design methodologies
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
Take your career to new heights—apply today!
