The Software Engineer (Journeyman) will provide software support for the sustainment and modernization of the US Space Force Satellite Control Network (SCN). The SCN provides highly reliable telemetry, tracking, command, communication and control (TT&C3) for more than 170 Department of Defense (DoD), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), civil and allied satellites. The SCN consists various satellite tracking stations across the globe and operational support nodes at Schriever Space Force Base (SFB) and Vandenberg SFB.


In this exciting role you will provide command and control software support for the DoD Satellite Control Network. Software engineers work as a team with senior engineers to maintain, sustain, modify and test the enabling software for the SCN.


In this role, you will:


+ Perform software studies to find replacements for existing mission software

+ Perform trade studies and proof of concept development and testing

+ Develop new software release processes

+ Review, analyze, and modify programming systems including encoding, testing, debugging and installing to support application systems

+ Consult with users to identify current operating procedures and to clarify program objectives

+ Coordinate closely with team members, Product Owners and Scrum Masters to ensure User Story alignment and implementation to customer use cases.

+ Analyze (through demonstrations, proof of concept, performance, and end-to-end testing) and effectively coordinate Infrastructure needs driven by developed software to meet customer mission needs.

+ Determine operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions.

+ Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code.

+ Prepare and install solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming.

+ Improve operations by conducting systems analysis; recommending changes in policies and procedures.

+ Develop software solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas.

+ Supporting testing, writing and executing automated test scripts and unit tests.


Qualifications


To be successful in this role, you will have:


+ The ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

+ US Citizenship

+ High school diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience (Experience in software engineering or related field highly preferred)

+ A Bachelor's of Science or Bachelor's of Arts will be considered in lieu of High school diploma/GED and 4 years of additiional experience (Experience in software engineering or related field highly preferred)

+ 3 years of experience (Experience in software engineering or related field highly preferred)

+ Experience in software development using Java, C and or C++ A certification in at least one of the following:

+ C, C++, Linux, Unix, Pearl/Python

+ Testing/Scripting experience

+ The ability to travel on occasion up to 10%.


Additional desired experience and skills:


+ An active Secret clearance or higher.


Apply today to discover your place in our world!


In compliance with state and local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $66,559 to $110,931; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.


Company Overview


Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.


To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.


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Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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