At AMEWAS, we don’t just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.

Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California, Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL, and San Diego, CA, you'll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation’s Warfighters.

If you're ready to grow your skills, be challenged by meaningful work, and contribute to something bigger…this is where you belong.

Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS.
 

The Position:

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Software Developer (NGTS-LSI)-Senior to support Battlespace Modeling & Simulation. The salary range of this position is $130,000.00 - $185,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location: 

Patuxent River, MD, located in the California-Lexington Park area, is Maryland’s #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers. To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit: www.visitstmarysmd.com

Position Background:

The Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) Patuxent River is the enterprise-wide center of excellence for developing the DoD's premier modem warfare training and operational test bed system. The Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) is one of many products that make up JSE. NGTS is a continually evolving synthetic environment generator that provides tactical situation displays, parametric red/blue models, and Intelligence Center threats that create a threat dense and realistic combat environment. As the NGTS Lead Systems Integrator, you will work amongst a team of other product owners that develop the JSE Technical Baseline (JTB). JTB is a deployable DoD simulation suite with a bi-yearly delivery schedule. JTB is used across the DoD to train and operationally evaluate the DoDs most advance warfighters and systems against the latest in adversaries' intelligence assessed combat capabilities.

A typical day as a Software Developer (NGTS-LSI)-Senior may include:

• Integrates NGTS software releases into JTB development cycles and DevOps project layouts
• Understands dependencies of JTB products and their relationships to the environment
• Troubleshoots and characterizes NGTS issues for resolution by development teams
• Works with leadership and cross functional teams to understand and inform development strategies/architecture designs for NGTS development within JTB
• Performs hotfix software changes/builds required to fix critical issues
• Works in close concert with the project lead to inform SAFe cycles for NGTS development and JTB requirements
• Works in a dynamic environment at the very edge of advance software development in support of the frontline warfighter
• Understands flexibility, outlook and understanding of the position’s impact

Must-haves:

• BS Degree in Computer Science or Engineering; Degrees in Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace, Computers, Software Systems, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering may qualify
• 10 years of relevant work experience
• 10 years of experience developing using C++
• 5 years of experience with Linux
• Knowledge of standard programming algorithms, design patterns and object-oriented software design
• Experience with troubleshooting, debugging, maintaining and improving existing software code
• The ability to learn new processes quickly
• The ability to work in a very flexible and energetic-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Special Access Program (SAP) Access
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Lua
• Experience with networks
• Experience using Scaled Agile (SAFe) development methodologies
• Experience with Jira
• Basic understanding of military systems and purposes
• Experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) efforts

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team-oriented culture.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment for this position requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.  Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. On rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.

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Here’s an added perk: If you’re a current AMEWAS employee and your referral is hired, you could earn a referral bonus!

Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Recruiting department via phone at 301-863-7102 or email at recruiting@amewas.com.

AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.

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