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Computer Engineer

Crane, INOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Python
  • C++
  • Java
  • Software Engineering
  • Requirements Analysis
  • System Testing
  • Unit Testing
  • Integration Testing
  • IV&V
  • Regression Testing

Nice to have

  • Secure Software Development
  • Cloud Services
  • MBSE
  • DoD Electronic Warfare Systems
  • Navy
  • Tactical Mission Systems

Role summary

SAIC is seeking a Computer Engineer to support the Expeditionary Electromagnetic Warfare division at NSWC Crane. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and sustaining mission-critical software and firmware for Electronic Warfare (EW) and tactical mission systems throughout the full software lifecycle. Responsibilities include analyzing requirements, executing comprehensive testing, troubleshooting systems, managing configurations, and supporting integration into secure networks. A Bachelor's degree in a related technical field and 3+ years of software engineering experience with Python, C, C++, or Java are required, along with U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. Experience with DoD EW systems and secure development practices is desired.

Position Title: Computer Engineer (535)

Position Description:

This position supports the Expeditionary Electromagnetic Warfare division at NSWC Crane. In this role you will design, develop, test, and sustain mission-critical software and firmware for Electronic Warfare (EW) and tactical mission systems. In this role, you will support the full software lifecycle—from initial architecture and algorithm design through laboratory/field testing and modernization of fielded platforms. 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, modernize, and sustain computer software, firmware, algorithms, and applications supporting EW and tactical mission systems across the full software lifecycle.
  • Analyze and develop system requirements, performing validation, traceability, risk assessments, and mitigation planning from initial design to final acceptance criteria.
  • Execute comprehensive testing—including unit, integration, regression, automated, and IV&V—while maintaining strict traceability between requirements, test procedures, and documented results.
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize systems to resolve defects, address cybersecurity vulnerabilities, manage Git-based configurations, and support integration into secure cloud and mission networks. 

Qualifications

Education Level:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer, Software or a related technical discipline. 

Required Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of professional software engineering experience designing, coding, integrating, and maintaining software in a structured environment, with proficiency in Python, C, C++, or Java.
  • Proven capability to analyze requirements, perform system-level testing (unit, integration, and IV&V), troubleshoot integrated systems in laboratory environments, and manage git-based version control.
  • Strong cross-functional communication skills to collaborate across systems, test, and cybersecurity teams
  • Required U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting Navy or DoD Electronic Warfare (EW) and tactical mission-system software, including lifecycle planning, support activity optimization, and software configuration management.
  • Proficiency in advanced engineering and testing methodologies, including automated testing, IV&V, regression testing, requirements/test traceability, software architecture, cloud services, and MBSE environments.
  • Demonstrated capability in secure software development, cybersecurity vulnerability remediation, and supporting Government laboratory, field, or training system testing, backed by an active Secret security clearance.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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