Senior Systems Engineer

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Serve as the government technical authority for reviewing, assessing, and verifying contractor- and OEM-developed software used in H-1 aircraft systems .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $105,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software engineering with a focus on reviewing and assessing contractor-developed software for H-1 aircraft systems, ensuring compliance with secure coding standards and software quality metrics. Capable of mentoring team members and effectively communicating technical findings to leadership.

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Software EngineeringC/C++ ProgrammingDevSecOpsDoD Secret ClearanceSoftware Quality Assurance

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Hard Skills

C ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingAda ProgrammingAssembly ProgrammingPython ProgrammingSoftware ArchitectureSoftware TestingCybersecurity AssessmentSource Code ReviewTechnical Documentation Evaluation

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

CI/CDContainerizationAutomated TestingSASTSCA

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret ClearanceTop Secret Clearance (Ability to Obtain)

Industry Keywords

H-1 Aircraft SystemsAvionicsEmbedded SoftwareSoftware AssuranceTechnical Standards Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyCyber SecurityPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the government technical authority for reviewing, assessing, and verifying contractor- and OEM-developed software used in H-1 aircraft systems
Evaluate source code, software architecture, test results, and contractor deliverables across the full software lifecycle
Review OEM-developed software, source code, repositories, and technical deliverables
Assess software quality, maintainability, cybersecurity, and compliance with technical standards
Evaluate CDRL documentation, including SVDs, SDPs, SDDs, and test reports
Review SAST, SCA, dynamic analysis, and software test results
Verify compliance with secure coding standards such as MISRA C/C++ and SEI CERT C
Assess structural code coverage and reliability for safety-critical avionics software
Identify technical risks and advise leadership on engineering trade-offs and decisions
Support acquisition and modernization efforts as a technical lead or program support engineer
Coordinate with OEMs, contractors, and government stakeholders
Present technical findings, risks, and readiness assessments to leadership
Travel as needed to support audits, integration efforts, and technical reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong foundation in software engineering or computer science
At least 6–10 years of experience
Experience working with or reviewing code in C, C++, Ada, Assembly, or Python
Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD, containerization, and automated testing
Ability to mentor others and contribute to a technically rigorous team environment
Willingness to support defense programs and work within classified environments
DoD Secret clearance, with ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance if necessary
U.S. citizenship required
Bachelor's Degree in a related Technical Field
Preferred: Experience with DoD platforms, embedded software, avionics, or software assurance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance
Employee ownership