Physical Scientist, Software Developer

Peraton

. Work onsite at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeStennis Space Center • Mississippi • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $86,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing algorithms for underwater acoustics, utilizing programming languages such as Python, C/C++, and FORTRAN. Strong ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and produce clear documentation for software applications.

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Algorithm DevelopmentUnderwater AcousticsPython ProgrammingC/C++ Software DevelopmentDocumentation Writing

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Hard Skills

Algorithm ImplementationSoftware PrototypingMathematicsPhysicsSoftware PortingFORTRAN ProgrammingJava InterfacingActive Software DevelopmentUser Manual CreationAPI Documentation

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret Clearance

Industry Keywords

Navy Research LaboratoryUndersea Acoustic PropagationSonar Range PredictionResearch and DevelopmentInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work onsite at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi
Contribute to ongoing Navy Research Laboratory (NRL) research and development of operational tools for Navy use
Implement and analyze algorithms modeling problems in underwater acoustics
Experiment with state-of-the-art techniques for characterizing undersea acoustic propagation and predicting sonar range
Collaborate with mathematics, physics, and acoustics researchers
Write code, usually in Python or Matlab, to prototype capabilities
Develop algorithms in collaboration with researchers
Convert prototypes into executable programs in Python, C/C++, or FORTRAN
Interface with libraries developed in Python, Java, and other languages
Prepare software for delivery to the fleet
Document software through a user manual, developer API, and test description

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA
Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA
Minimum of 3 years with PhD
Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
Strong background in mathematics and/or physics
3+ years’ experience in active software development; may include graduate or advanced undergraduate education
Experience writing clear, detailed documentation of how software works and how it is supposed to be used
Experience porting software prototyped or developed in one language into another
Experience developing software in one language (e.g., C/C++) while interfacing with another (e.g., FORTRAN)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus