Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry or insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions.

Apex has an opportunity for a Software Engineer. This role is ideal for candidates with a STEM degree and 5+ years of industry experience, or 3+ years with an advanced degree, who thrive in a multidisciplinary engineering team environment.

The Test Equipment Engineering (TEE) team within the Specialty Engineering Directorate is a multi-discipline organization responsible for developing advanced windows application solutions for all Raytheon products. We are hands-on, designing with the latest technology and tools, and integrating state of the art software solutions with the most advanced engineering systems in the world. TEE products are in engineering labs, in the field, and in production environments utilized for weapon system products. TEE has job opportunities across all phases of the engineering lifecycle, including demonstrations, early engineering tests, design verification tests, production, and post-production sustainment.

This position is focused on the design, development, integration, and maintenance of software as a part of on-site factory support of systems to support weapon system product development. The selected candidate will develop applications, libraries, and instrument drivers using the software style, development language, and integrated development environment specified by the organization.

The selected candidate will contribute to multidiscipline engineering teams. Typical work involves the development of both engineering and production equipment, environments, and systems. As such, the candidate will contribute to the completion of all stages of product development for RMD weapon system products. They will be expected to work, either as a part of a team or independently, to design, develop, and implement system level applications in support of producing and maintaining weapon system products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and integrate object-oriented software applications using C# and C++.
• Troubleshoot software and test equipment instrumentation.
• Prioritize and manage multiple software engineering tasks concurrently.
• Lead and mentor junior software engineers.
• Develop and derive software product requirements.
• Create and optimize computer architectures and hardware interfaces.
• Develop software drivers for hardware operation.
• Work with data protocols and interfaces such as TCP/IP, UDP, RS-422.
• Utilize UML to visualize software architecture and design.
• Operate within software development lifecycles including Waterfall and Agile.
• Apply Software Configuration Management principles using Azure DevOps Server or GitHub.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience, or 3 years with an advanced degree.
• Proficiency in C#, C++, and Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Experience with Windows OS development.
• Strong understanding of computer hardware and software integration.
• Familiarity with network protocols and hardware interfaces.
• Experience with UML and software lifecycle methodologies.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required at start.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Additional Information:

• Work Schedule: 9/80 (every other Friday off)
• Exempt Status: Determined by supplier based on FLSA guidelines
• Service Contract Act: Not applicable
• International Travel: Not required
• Start Authorization: Must have active clearance to begin
• Submission Requirements:
• Resume in PDF format
• Include clearance status and current location (city/state)
• Provide any previous Raytheon employment details (dates, program, manager)

Apex Systems offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.