Senior Software and Computer Engineer

NTA, Inc.
  • Huntsville, AL
    5 days ago

    Job Description

    NTA, Inc. is a locally recognized Best Place to Work and Best Place for Working Parents specializing in technical services centered on research, development, integration, demonstration and evaluation of various missile and aviation system technologies with a focus in Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) and Guidance and Control (G&C) technologies. Our engineering expertise and leading-edge technology foster strong customer relationships, a challenging work environment, and limitless employee opportunities in the realm of supporting the Warfighter. Join the NTA family that fosters a healthy work-life balance, facilitatesteamwork, welcomes inquisitive thinkers, and promotes excellence. Take the first step towards an enriching career journey with NTA and apply today!

    NTA is seeking an experienced and talented Senior Software & Computer Engineer to support research, development, integration, demonstration, and evaluation activities for missile and aviation systems. This position serves as a technical bridge between software development, embedded and real-time environments, hardware integration, and PNT/G&C technologies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, strong technical skills, and the ability to lead and mentor others. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that meet our high standards of quality and performance.

    Key responsibilities include leading the design, development, and implementation of software applications and systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements. You will write, review, and optimize high-quality, maintainable code primarily in C/C++ and Python. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and provide constructive feedback. Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues, ensuring the scalability, security, and performance of software solutions, staying current with emerging technologies, and contributing to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools. As our engineers work closely with customers, effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential. 

    Education and Experience: 
    • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Software, Computer, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science from an ABET accredited institution 
    • 10 or more years of experience 

    Required: 
    • Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and Python 
    • Strong understanding of software architecture and design principles 
    • Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git) 
    • Strong written, verbal, collaboration, and customer-facing communication skills
    • Experience integrating and debugging software with hardware systems
    • Demonstrated problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and capacity to resolve complex technical issues.
    • Ability to lead technical work, mentor junior engineers, and deliver quality results across multiple concurrent projects.
    • Experience with Linux operating systems, preferably Red Hat 
    • Independent and self-motivated, problem solver, strategic thinker
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
    • Current security clearance or ability to obtain a security clearance through a government security investigation
    • U.S. citizenship is required
       
    Desired: 
    • Familiarity with Embedded Systems or Hardware/Software integration 
    • Experience with real-time systems and software (RTOS) 
    • Experience with Simulation and Modeling 
    • Experience with Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) simulation 
    • Familiarity with integrated GPS/Inertial navigation systems 
     
    What We Offer 
    NTA attributes company success to our ability to attract and retain talented individuals. This ability is accomplished by offering challenging technical work in a supportive work environment combined with an excellent total compensation package as outlined below.  
    • Company Paid Blue Cross Blue Shield Health and Dental Employee Coverage 
    • Company Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance 
    • 401(k) Plan with Generous Matching and Company Contributions 
    • Financial Advising with Morgan Stanley 
    • Health And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 
    • Paid Time Off (11 Paid Holidays, Parental, Vacation, Sick, Jury Duty, and Military Leave) 
    • Access to Employee Paid VSP Vision Coverage 
    • Flexible Work Schedules 
    • Professional Development and Educational Assistance 

    NTA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. NTA, Inc. affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, protected veteran status or national origin.
    If you require special assistance applying for one of our positions, please contact Human Resources at (256) 327- 4107
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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationHuntsville, AL

    Skills

    • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology)unmatched
    • Aviation Industryunmatched
    • C Programming Languageunmatched
    • C++ Programming Languageunmatched
    • Code Reviewsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Engineeringunmatched
    • Computer Scienceunmatched
    • Computer Softwareunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Debugging Toolsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Electrical Engineeringunmatched
    • Embedded Systemsunmatched
    • Emerging Technologyunmatched
    • Employee Retentionunmatched
    • GPS (Global Positioning System)unmatched
    • Gitunmatched
    • Hardware Debuggingunmatched
    • Hardware-Software Integrationunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
    • Linux Operating Systemunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Navigation Systemsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Programming Languagesunmatched
    • Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
    • Realtime Operating Systemunmatched
    • Red Hat Linux Operating Systemunmatched
    • Requirements Managementunmatched
    • Security Clearanceunmatched
    • Security Softwareunmatched
    • Simulationunmatched
    • Software Administrationunmatched
    • Software Architecture Designunmatched
    • Software Developmentunmatched
    • Software Engineeringunmatched
    • Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM)unmatched
    • Technical Leadershipunmatched
    • United States Citizenunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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