Jr Systems Engineer
Herndon, VA

Job Description

THIS POSITION IS NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A SIGN ON BONUS

L3 Applied Defense Solutions currently has an opening for a Jr Systems Engineer at its Herndon, VA location.

KEY ROLE:

The Jr Systems Engineer will be developing cutting edge analysis and decision support tools. The Engineer will support software development for ongoing J2EE development projects, be responsible for developing astrodynamics-based solutions using Agile/Scrum software development methodologies, and perform evaluations of COTS/GOTS/Open Source software products from business and technical perspectives.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

* 1 years of experience with software, computer architectures, or software architectures.
* Experience in requirements development and management.
* Experience integrating diverse COTS, GOTS, and Open Source software.
* Experience evaluating and implementing new and state-of-the-art technology to address challenging customer problems in a research environment.
* Strong oral and written communication skills.
* B.S. degree or M.S in Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Computer Science, or related discipline.
* Experience with big data processing, data analytics, advanced visualization, and cloud technology.
* Active TS/SCI security clearance CI Polygraph.

DESIRED SKILLS:

* Work with aggressive timelines, in a team environment with a willingness to learn and grow.
* Experience developing software using the Agile/Scrum methodology.
* Must be able to work with software developers to assist in developing and presenting technical information.
* Leading in specific trade and root cause analysis studies that drive system development.
* Experience with astrodynamics modeling tools including COTS (STK, ODTK, FreeFlyer), GOTS (GMAT, USAF Astro Standards), open source (Orekit), or custom software (e.g. Matlab, Python).
* Knowledge of architectural frameworks, object oriented programs, spacecraft applications.
* Experience with continuous integration, build management, and automated test frameworks.

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities / females / veterans / individuals with disabilities / sexual orientation / gender identity.

This position can be hired at a Level 1 or Level 2 based on the candidate's qualifications as they relate to the skills, experience and responsibility requirements for the position.