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Software Engineer I (For 2026 Interns Only)

Sierra Nevada Corp
  • Plano, TX
    6 days ago

    Job Description

    Do you enjoy developing new products and services? Join us! Our Software Engineers work in an agile, collective environment. As a Software Engineer I, you will assist in the development and maintenance of software systems for aerospace applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software quality and performance throughout the development lifecycle.

    The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

    Responsibilities:

    • Assist in the design, development, and testing of software components.
    • Debug and troubleshoot software issues.
    • Write and maintain code documentation.
    • Collaborate with team members to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
    • Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
    • Support the integration of software with hardware systems.

    Qualifications You Must Have:

    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
    • 0-2+ years of experience in software development.
    • Basic proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
    • Conceptual understanding of engineering principles and practices.
    • Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary teams.
    • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

    Qualifications We Prefer:

    • Internship or cooperative education experience in software development.
    • Exposure to the Aerospace and Defense industry.
    • Understanding of industry standard software languages such as C, C#, C++, HTML, Java, Python, and Bash.
    • Experience with software tools for requirements tracking, code reviews, static analysis, library and artifact repository, and automated build.
    • Knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Spiral.
    • Familiarity with data structures.

    Essential Functions:

    • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
    • Hand/finger dexterity for coding and testing.
    • Ability to work in a hybrid environment with occasional travel.

    This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

    SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

    IMPORTANT NOTICE:

    This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

    Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

    SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

    SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPlano, TX
    IndustryOther/Not Classified
    Company Size2,500 to 4,999 employees
    Year Founded1963
    Websitehttp://www.sncorp.com/

    About Company

    Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a world-class prime systems integrator and electronic systems provider known for its rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions. Fast-growing and widely diversified, SNC is a high-tech electronics, engineering, and manufacturing corporation that continues to expand its impressive portfolio of capabilities, programs, products and services.

    SNC is a privately held company under the leadership of CEO, Fatih Ozmen, and President and CFO, Eren Ozmen. Over the last 30 years under the Ozmen’s leadership, SNC has remained focused on providing its customers the very best in diversified technologies to meet their needs and has a strong and proven track record of success. Headquartered in Sparks, Nevada, SNC is the Top Woman Owned Federal Contractor in the United States.

    Since SNC was founded in 1963, its strong tradition has been to develop and provide high technology Electronics, Avionics, and Communications systems. Investing heavily over the years in people, processes, modern facilities, and the state-of-the-art equipment, SNC continues to enhance our technical advantage to provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to our customer’s requirements. With numerous successful and diverse acquisitions, SNC continues to acquire new capabilities as we expand our tradition of excellence into the areas of Renewable Energy, Telemedicine, Nanotechnology, Cyber, Net-Centric Operations, Microsatellites and Human Space Flight.

    SNC employs an extremely talented workforce of over 2100 people most of whom are scientists, engineers, or technical personnel with college or advanced degrees, and all of whom are dedicated to satisfying our customers' needs. Our 7 different Business Areas operate from 31 locations in 16 states along with numerous customer support sites located throughout the world. Please take a look around our website as it provides much more information about SNC to include a detailed de ion of each Business Area and their respective capabilities, programs, products, and services.

    Skills

    • Adjudicationunmatched
    • Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
    • Agile Programming Methodologiesunmatched
    • Bash Scriptingunmatched
    • C Programming Languageunmatched
    • C++ Programming Languageunmatched
    • Code Reviewsunmatched
    • Computer Scienceunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Data Structuresunmatched
    • Debugging Toolsunmatched
    • DoD Clearanceunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Federal Governmentunmatched
    • HTML (HyperText Markup Language)unmatched
    • Hardware-Software Integrationunmatched
    • Homeland Securityunmatched
    • Industry Standardsunmatched
    • Javaunmatched
    • Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
    • Manual Dexterityunmatched
    • Microsoft C# (C Sharp)unmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Product Lifecycleunmatched
    • Programming Languagesunmatched
    • Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
    • Scrum Project Management and Software Developmentunmatched
    • Security Clearanceunmatched
    • Software Administrationunmatched
    • Software Developmentunmatched
    • Software Engineeringunmatched
    • Software Testingunmatched
    • Static Analysisunmatched
    • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • United States Department of Defense (DoD)unmatched

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