Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Job ID: 2615810

Location: Crane, IN, United States

Date Posted: Aug 19, 2026

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Interim Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: On-Site

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Software/Computer Engineer to contribute to concept development, design, and integration of projects involving remote weapon systems and autonomous systems. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting computer and software engineering tasks that are critical to the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge technologies. The ideal candidate will play a key role in advancing our innovative remote weapon systems and contributing to our efforts in the autonomous systems domain.

This position is on-site in Crane, IN.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test software components and systems for remote weapon systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering teams to integrate software with hardware components in complex systems.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and testing of systems related to autonomous systems.
• Participate in system requirements analysis, design reviews, and code inspections to ensure adherence to quality and performance standards.
• Troubleshoot software and system issues, ensuring functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Contribute to ongoing research and development efforts to advance system capabilities.
• Document designs, specifications, and systems processes to ensure clear communication across teams.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, plus five (5) years of experience.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java.
• Familiarity with software development tools, version control systems, and software development life cycle methodologies.
• Solid understanding of systems engineering concepts and software-hardware integration.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with robotic systems and/or weapon systems.
• Knowledge of computer vision, machine learning, or AI algorithms for autonomous systems.
• Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or embedded software development.
• Familiarity with simulation environments and tools for robotics or weapon systems.
• Prior exposure to military or defense systems is highly desired.

Clearance Requirement:

• Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance. Can start once interim clearance is granted. SAIC will sponsor the clearance process

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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