Software Architect - Precision Fires

Job ID 2615645

Location Huntsville, AL, US

Date Posted 2026-08-13

Category Software

Subcategory SW Engineer

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

Are you passionate about software and eager to make a significant impact supporting the warfighter?

Join our elite engineering team as a Software Architect supporting Aviation and Missile Center, Precision Fires team located on Redstone Arsenal, in Huntsville, Alabama.

• In this high-visibility role, you will serve as a technical expert shaping the future of mission-critical, fielded weapon systems.
• This is a unique opportunity to architect, design, and modernize next-generation software solutions.
• You will collaborate with our government stakeholders, cross-functional teammates, and mentor a talented engineering team.
• If you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and possess technical prowess along with exceptional communication skills, we want you on our team.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• BS in Computer Science / Engineering or related technical field and nine (9) years of experience; six (6) years’ experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Required Skills

• Mastery of C++ for real-time tactical systems and Python for scripting and support.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with proven ability to present complex subjects in a simple manner to stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think both strategically and critically.
• Demonstrated effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding and application of Agile SW development methodologies and DevSecOps pipelines.

Required Clearance

• Must have an active SECRET clearance prior to start.

Desired Skills

• Experience as SW architect or SW lead with focus on SW development and integration into complex embedded systems.
• Strong knowledge of SW architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Proven success leading SW modernization efforts.
• Proven application of AI to improve and enhance processes, workflows, and software quality.
• Experience with distributed, embedded, systems including RTOS.
• Highly prefer experience with safety-critical software architectures.
• Ability to mentor software engineers on correct architecture, design, and implementation processes.
• Experience with SysML/UML, MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering) methodologies, and architecture tools (Cameo Enterprise Architect).