Senior Software Engineer - Directed Energy

Responsibilities

The Senior Software Engineer will develop and document software for controlling directed energy systems and subsystems. They will also implement software repositories and collaborate daily with scientists, engineers, and program managers.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in software engineering or a related field and at least 5 years of experience with software control systems. Proficiency in C#, embedded systems, and the ability to obtain a security clearance are required.

Skills

• Software engineering
• Directed energy systems
• Embedded microcontrollers
• Programmable logic controllers
• Embedded computers
• C#
• User interface development
• Software configuration control
• Technical documentation
• Software development plans
• Prototyping
• Security clearance

Benefits

• Health plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• 401k
• Training and development opportunities
• Award programs

About this role

What Impact You'll Have
Sem-Sol, a GRVTY company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help us keep pace with demand. Our ideal candidate is not the keep-inside-my-own-cubicle type. We need someone who can work well as a team because every day your job will involve collaborating with others who are invested in achieving the same goal. Our ideal candidate must also possess a combination of technical and communication skills as developing documentation goes hand in hand with developing software.
What You'll be Owning
Developing and documenting software for controlling directed energy systems and subsystems
Implementing a software repository and formal software configuration control
Presenting work at design reviews and conferences
Interacting daily with scientists, engineers, technicians, and program managers
What You Must Have
B.S. in software engineering or related field from an accredited college
5+ years of experience working on software control systems
Working knowledge of software used in programming embedded microcontrollers, programmable logic controllers, and embedded computers
Working knowledge of C# for developing user interfaces
Previous experience developing software development plans
Experience working in a research, development, or prototyping environment
Active Security Clearance is required or ability to obtain a security clearance
What Would be Nice to Have
M.S. in software engineering or related field from an accredited college
10+ years of experience working on directed energy and/or pulsed power projects
Active Top Secret security clearance
Why Choose GRVTY
The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.
We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.
At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events
EEO Statement
GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.
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About GRVTY

Defense and Space Manufacturing · 1,001-5,000 employees · headquartered in McLean, Virginia