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Applied Research Solutions

Software Engineer

Applied Research Solutions, Dayton, OH


Applied Research Solutions is seeking a full-time Senior Software Engineer/Developer to work on-site at the Air Force Research Laboratory on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

Why Work with us ?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Responsibilities include:

  • Develop software for autonomy and mission system architectures;
  • Develop software for use by the DoD in operational systems;
  • Develop formal unit, integration and end-to-end testing to ensure code will operate 100% as expected;
  • Support cutting edge UAVs, sensors and flight test activities;
  • Write and present technical reports on development activities;
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

  • BS or MS, with a degree in CS, CSE and 7+ years' of related experience;
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance;
  • Strong programming/coding skills in C++, Java, Python, MATLAB, LINUX;
  • Experience in large scale software development, embedded hardware, Comm links, Comm modeling, data structures;
  • Experience in implementing complex algorithms;
  • Experience in autonomy, route planning, flight control, OMS/UCI, AFSIM, PNT, Kalman Filters is a plus;
  • Advanced math skills;
  • Strong written and oral communication skills; and
  • Ability to work unsupervised.
  • Experience with Qt, Git, Confluence, and Jira


All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)