Software Engineer (Contingent)

Kratos Defense and Rocket Support Services is currently seeking resumes for a Software Engineer in Huntsville, Alabama. The selected candidate will be responsible for taking on portions of a system design. This involves establishing technical requirements based on stated functional objectives for the product. The candidate will analyze the requirements and establish a design path to meet them. The candidate will perform the detailed design work necessary to produce a fully functional prototype. The candidate will develop test plans to demonstrate performance meeting the technical requirements established. The candidate will demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow in their role as a team member.Job responsibilities will include:Work with cross-functional engineering team (mechanical, aero, thermal, software) to support UAS and directed energy programsDevelop firmware and applications to support UAS and directed energy systems sensors, controls, communication and data aquisitionConduct studies, technical assessments, and architectural level analysis of system to determine performance and effectivenessEngage in design review and discussions one-on-one and in groupsSupport system demonstrations and deployments as requiredWrite acceptance test plans and reportsAbility to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standardsPossess a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a government driving permit if requiredAbility to interact effectively with peers and supervisorsAbility to interact appropriately with the public when necessary

Keyword: C/C++, Qt, QML, Python, SQL, LinuxRequired Experience:REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:5 years of job-related experience in the following areas:Experience with algorithm, firmware, and application design using C/C++, Qt, QML, PythonExperience with integration, test and validation of sensors, actuators and other embedded systemsExperience developing and maintaining SQL databasesMust be proficient with Git repositories and comfortable in a collaborative development environmentExperience with embedded system communication protocols and best practices including UART, CAN bus, I2C, Ethernet, etc.Ability to collaborate with cross-functional engineering team and subcontractors to design and develop prototype software architectures and APIsExperience creating and maintaining software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop simulation tests within the Linux Ubuntu OS environmentMotivated and willing to tackle complex problems individually and in a group, and to act as a technical mentor for more junior engineersAbility to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:Familiar with controls system development and concepts, including PID, MIMO, state-space representationFamiliar with basic electrical and mechanical concepts, demonstrated ability to develop functional software and control requirements in a cross-functional team environmentExperience in agile development environmentExperience developing and maintaining technical documentation, including software interface control, test specification, functional requirements, etc.Understanding of techniques for formal verification and validation of design elementsFamiliarity with DEVSECOPS preferred

EDUCATION:BS/BA from accredited university,

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