Systems Engineer

We are seeking a Systems Engineer with strong software development expertise to support the development of command and control software for a cutting -edge application. This role requires a true engineer—not just a software developer—capable of designing, integrating, and managing complex hardware -software interactions across multiple subsystems. The selected candidate will join our team working on -site at Ft. Belvoir to advance mission -critical experimental systems.<\/span>
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Responsibilities:<\/span><\/h4>

• Design, develop, and implement command and control software for LIDAR payload systems<\/span><\/div><\/li>

  • Interface with GPS/GNSS equipment, scanning mirrors, lasers, and laboratory devices (e.g., time delay generators, oscilloscopes)<\/span><\/div><\/li>

    • Ensure precise timing synchronization and high -rate data acquisition across subsystems<\/span><\/div><\/li>

      • Develop remote operations capabilities, including subsystem command execution and telemetry return<\/span><\/div><\/li>

        • Program across Windows and Linux environments, with focus on performance, reliability, and scalability<\/span><\/div><\/li>

          • Document algorithms, interfaces, and system designs through UML diagrams and software ICDs<\/span><\/div><\/li>

            • Collaborate with engineers and scientists on integration, testing, and field experimentation<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul>

              Qualifications:<\/span><\/h4>

              • Must hold an active DoD Secret security clearance (Top Secret preferred)<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                  • 3–5 years of engineering experience with software development for hardware -integrated systems<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                    • Proficient in programming in both Windows and Linux environments<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                      • Proficiency in C, C++, or Rust (assembly and high -performance computing experience a plus).<\/span>
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                        • Experience with Python; Flask experience a plus<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                          • Skilled in embedded systems programming (microcontrollers; FPGA experience a plus,<\/span><\/span> experience interfacing with laboratory measurement equipment is a plus)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                            • Experience with laboratory equipment integration and data acquisition.<\/span>
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                              • Proficient in object -oriented programming, multithreaded/parallel programming (OpenMP, CUDA, or OpenCL a plus)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                                • Familiarity with GUI/UI/UX development and networking protocols (REST APIs, WebSocket).<\/span>
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                                  • Experience documenting and communicating algorithms/code through UML diagrams and software ICDs<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                                  • Experience with networking/network programming a plus (e.g. experience working with REST APIs or WebSocket)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                                  • <\/span><\/span><\/span>Strong communication skills for technical documentation and cross -team collaboration<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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                                    Desired Skills<\/span>
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                                    • Experience with SIMD/MIMD parallel programming<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                                      • Experience in high -throughput data recording and storage optimization<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/li>

                                        • Prior work with remote command and control of scientific payloads<\/span><\/span>
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