Mid-Level Software Programmer

Mid-Level Software Programmer

Advanced Solutions (AS) is a performance unit of Amentum Engineering, Projects, & Technical Solutions (EP&T) Line of Business. The Amentum AS Group specializes in the development, design, construction, and operation of unique and complex research & development, scientific, and test facilities, including wind tunnels (aerospace, DoD, automotive, motorsports, etc.), rocket test stands, climatic chambers, jet engine test cells, acoustic chambers, altitude test facilities, captive trajectory systems, and nuclear facilities. AS projects span the automotive, motorsports, defense, nuclear, and aerospace markets. Recent clients include Audi, Boeing, BMW, Volkswagen, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, Honda, General Motors, NASA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Department of Energy, and many others across North America, Europe, and Asia. Our capabilities and recent project photos and videos can be found in the downloadable zip file at https://jtftp.jacobstechnology.com/. Use "anontg" for both the username and password.

Responsibilities Include:

• Support a commercially-marketed Data Acquisition and Control Software Package to include programming, testing, field deployment, and documentation activities.
• Develop data acquisition system interface software in C# or LabVIEW for National Instruments products (i.e. PXI, cDAQ or cRIO) or similar equipment
• RDBMS development, particularly Microsoft SQL Server
• Perform local software development, integration, and testing
• Track work progress and develop risk mitigation plans if necessary
• Develop software for communication networks including Ethernet, reflective memory, GPIB, USB, RS-232/485, etc
• Assist in installation and checkout of software at customer locations (mostly US, some international).
• Perform facility startup, checkout, and commissioning, both domestically and abroad.
• Communicate with clients and management regarding project status.
• Estimating system design, material, installation, checkout, commissioning, and activation of projects.
• Planning labor resources and scheduling project milestones to ensure project completion within technical scope, budget, and client schedule.
• Developing proposals to capture future work with current clients and new markets.
• Leading software and data acquisition projects through all phases to include design, fabrication, implementation, testing and commissioning.

Qualifications:

• Applicant must have Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Mechatronics or similar from an ABET accredited engineering program with 8+ years of experience in software system design, development, and deployment, or a Master of Science with a minimum of 4 years experience.
• Candidate must be trained in math, science, and general engineering (i.e. software development is oriented toward science and engineering applications, not business oriented applications)
• Experience with C/C++/C#/.NET programming and Visual Studio or similar OOP languages/tools is required. Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs is required.
• Experience in LabVIEW, PowerShell or shell scripting tools, Microsoft SQL Server and SQL programming is a plus.
• Knowledge of/familiarity/ability to troubleshoot computer hardware, operating systems, networks, Active Directory, etc. a plus
• Knowledge of/familiarity with data acquisition systems and electrical test equipment a plus
• A desire to develop ingenious alternative approaches to challenges, and drive innovation during all phases of projects.
• An ability to lead single and multi-discipline engineering teams to generate future workloads, deliver on project promises, and encourage and mentor colleagues.

Essential Functions

• Lifting 25 lbs. (<5%)
• Maneuver in and around facility equipment for field measurements or troubleshooting (<5%)
• Proximity to electrical circuits up to 120VAC (<5%)

Description of Work Environment

• Office, lab environment, or indoors on a construction site (>90%)
• Field work outside (5%-15%)
• Travel to customer sites for meetings, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting (>10%)

Equipment and Machines Involved in Work Tasks

• General office equipment, laptop PCs, desktop PCs (>80%)
• Real-time systems, data acquisition measurement systems, etc. (>50%)
• Multimeters (<5%)
• Signal generators (<5%)

Criticality of Attendance

• Regular attendance in office is mandatory
• Overtime to meet project schedules and milestones (10%-20%)
• Field assignments that include 2nd or 3rd shift (5%-15%)
• Field work attendance and punctuality is critical