Software Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD,  and civilian customers. The Software Process and Architecture Department is seeking an accomplished Member of Technical Staff with   demonstrated   expertise   in software development, process engineering, and technical program support. This role offers experienced software developers the opportunity to   leverage   their technical acumen while supporting critical Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and civilian space system acquisitions.   The ideal candidate will bring a proven   track record   in software development, combined with strong analytical capabilities and a commitment to engineering excellence. This position offers unique exposure to large-scale, software-intensive systems across the full acquisition lifecycle.   Work Model :   Full-time, 100% onsite in Chantilly, VA   What You’ll Be Doing Contribute to the development and delivery of Aerospace internal software projects, applying industry best practices and modern development methodologies   Provide expert software process guidance and technical consultation for internal software development initiatives   Conduct comprehensive reviews of project plans, progress reports, and technical deliverables for software development projects   Review, tailor, and   optimize   software process standards for application in software-intensive system acquisition programs   Develop and refine software process maturity assessment instruments and evaluation frameworks   Conduct rigorous software product and process assessments of contractor deliverables on behalf of Aerospace customers   Perform detailed reviews of software acquisition documentation, including development plans, test strategies, measurement frameworks, architectural designs, and quality assurance reports   Define and specify software measurements, metrics, and key performance indicators aligned with program objectives   Analyze and interpret software metrics data, providing actionable insights and strategic recommendations to program office stakeholders   Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic matrix organization   What You Need to be Successful - Member of Technical Staff- Job Family Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a closely related STEM discipline   Minimum of two (2) years of professional software development experience Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with   demonstrated   ability to produce technical documentation and deliver professional presentations   Outstanding interpersonal skills with proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders   Strong technical foundation with clearly   demonstrated   expertise   across the software development lifecycle, including:   Requirements specification and analysis   Software architecture and design   Implementation and unit testing   Integration and system testing   Regression testing strategies   Software configuration management   Quality assurance practices   ​ Strong collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively in cross-functional, matrix organizational structures Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development   Willingness to   acquire   and apply departmental standards, methods, and techniques, including software process standards (e.g., CMMI, ISO/IEC 15504), process assessment methodologies, measurement frameworks (GQM, PSM), and process improvement approaches (Six Sigma, Lean)   Willing to travel occasionally to work location or customer site/ domestically/internationally approx. 10% This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. How You Can Stand Out It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a closely related technical discipline   Active DoD Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance   Hands-on experience with   DevSecOps   practices and toolchains   Proficiency   in cloud-native development and deployment (AWS, Azure, GCP)   Experience applying artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques in software development contexts   Practical experience interpreting software metrics to drive process improvements and organizational change   Experience conducting end-to-end modeling study engagements, including:   Proposal development and stakeholder engagement   Process and data elicitation   Model development (input analysis, statistical runs, output analysis)   Verification and validation activities   We offer a competitive compensation package where y