Overview
B&A fosters a distinct set of values—dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition—that guide our organization and client service since 1988. We strive to connect employees to B&A, recognize successes, and provide ongoing opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers who combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value for the company and our clients. We promote a collaborative culture with clients and with each other as one team working toward a common vision.
Job Summary
B&A is looking for a Software Systems Engineer to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. We seek a highly experienced Software Systems Engineer – Lead to provide top-level technical expertise and leadership in the design, development, and sustainment of complex software systems. The ideal candidate will have a deep background in systems engineering and software development, with the ability to formulate specifications, design architectures, and ensure compliance with DoD standards. This role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on programming expertise, and the ability to guide and mentor task personnel while ensuring high-quality software solutions.
Responsibilities
* Formulate and define specifications for complex operating software programming applications or modify/maintain existing applications using engineering releases and manufacturer utilities.
* Provide expert-level software systems programming and analysis, including architecture design that incorporates software, hardware, and communications to meet current and future requirements.
* Ensure systems are compatible with DoD architecture and open systems standards.
* Identify, assess, and recommend solutions for functional and technical requirements, including hardware/software updates or upgrades.
* Develop high-level system design diagrams and oversee program design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
* Interact with project management to define schedules, deliverables, and technical direction.
* Lead, instruct, and review the work of other task personnel to ensure project success.
* Conduct quality assurance reviews and evaluate both existing and emerging software products.
* Provide overall operating system maintenance, including advanced file maintenance routines, telecommunications networks, computer accounting, and scientific/mathematical software packages.
* Support all phases of software systems programming applications.
Education And Experience
* Experience: Ten (10) years of experience in systems engineering and software development.
* Bachelor's degree in a similar field.
Required Skills
* Ability to formulate and define specifications for complex operating software applications.
* Experience in modifying and maintaining complex existing applications using engineering releases and vendor utilities.
* Proficiency in software systems programming and analysis at an expert level.
* Knowledge of system architecture design (software, hardware, and communications) to meet functional and cross-functional requirements.
* Strong skills in program design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
* Experience in operating system maintenance, including advanced file maintenance routines, large telecommunications networks, computer accounting, and/or scientific/mathematical software packages.
* Understanding of DoD architecture standards and compliance requirements.
* Familiarity with open systems standards to ensure system compatibility and interoperability.
* Ability to interact with project management to plan schedules and technical direction.
* Experience in leading, instructing, and reviewing the work of task personnel.
* Background in quality assurance reviews and evaluating software products (new and existing).
Desired Skills
* Strong leadership and mentoring abilities for technical teams.
* Proficiency in developing and maintaining large-scale, complex software systems.
* Familiarity with DoD architecture frameworks and open systems compliance standards.
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
* Ability to evaluate new and existing technologies to recommend innovative solutions.
Security Clearance
* Active secret clearance.
Benefits and Programs
* Health, dental, vision, life and AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance options.
* Paid time off, training and certifications, pet insurance, commuter transit benefits, and access to a virtual exercise platform.
* 401(k) plan with company matching.
* Programs focused on engagement, wellness, and assistance, including: Cares program, formal mentorship, job shadowing, cross-training, Brand Ambassador, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), monthly teambuilding, and annual wellness challenges.
EEO
B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable laws. EEO is the Law. B&A participates in e-Verify and provides information from new employee I-9 forms to SSA and, if necessary, DHS to confirm work authorization.
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