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Software Engineer
Blackrock Strategy. Support software engineering, technical analysis, and operational assessment activities across defense and national security programs .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in software engineering, technical analysis, and operational assessment within defense and national security programs, with strong capabilities in software development, testing, and technical documentation.
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C++ DevelopmentPython ProgrammingJava ProgrammingTechnical AnalysisSoftware Verification
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Hard Skills
Software EngineeringSystems AnalysisTechnical EvaluationModelingData AnalysisTroubleshootingRoot-Cause AnalysisTechnical DocumentationTestingIntegration
Soft Skills
Analytical AbilitiesCritical-ThinkingProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
DoD Secret Security ClearanceTop Secret Security Clearance Eligibility
Industry Keywords
DefenseNational SecurityWeapons System PerformanceMission EffectivenessEmerging Defense Technologies
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesJavaPythonC++
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support software engineering, technical analysis, and operational assessment activities across defense and national security programs
- Participate in test, evaluation, experimentation, and assessment efforts to evaluate weapons system performance, lethality, and mission effectiveness
- Develop, modify, test, and integrate software applications, analytical tools, and engineering utilities supporting technical evaluation and weapons system analysis
- Evaluate software and system performance through technical analysis, modeling, verification, testing, and operational assessment
- Collect, analyze, and interpret technical and test data to identify system performance characteristics, limitations, anomalies, and areas for improvement
- Support software verification, validation, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis activities
- Contribute to modeling, simulation, and analytical efforts supporting system evaluation and technical decision-making
- Assist with integration and evaluation of emerging defense technologies, software-enabled capabilities, and mission systems
- Develop technical documentation, engineering reports, analytical briefings, test summaries, and other products for technical and government stakeholders
- Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, analysts, government stakeholders, and other technical personnel to support program and mission objectives
Requirements
What you’ll need- U.S. Citizenship required
- Active DoD Secret security clearance
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant professional experience may be considered
- 4+ years of experience supporting software engineering, systems analysis, technical evaluation, or related engineering activities within defense or government environments
- Experience developing or working with software using C++, Python, Java, or similar programming languages
- Experience supporting technical analysis, testing, experimentation, modeling, or data analysis
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to interpret technical and test data and communicate findings clearly
- Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary technical teams and stakeholder groups
- Strong technical writing, presentation, and communication skills
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation
- 401(k) with company matching
- Employer-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contributions
- Paid time off and parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Referral bonus program