Software Systems Engineer, Craftsman

USfalcon, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs
Apr 17, 2025
Description Support mission-critical operations as a Software Systems Engineer, Craftsman in Colorado Springs. In this role, you will conduct software development and test support for ground-based missile warning systems. Your efforts will help validate system effectiveness through rigorous, operationally realistic testing-directly influencing U.S. Space Force mission readiness. *Contingent Upon Award* Pay: $155,000 - $170,000 Essential Duties Software Development for Operational Testing Design and develop software tools to support testing and evaluation of DoD mission systems Create solutions that enable statistical and technical analysis of system performance using real-world and simulated data Write Test Execution Procedures and contribute to detailed test reports Data Analysis & Reporting Analyze test data using statistical tools to identify trends, anomalies, and mission effectiveness Produce comprehensive test reports with tables, graphs, and findings based on data analysis Recommend system improvements and fielding decisions based on test outcomes Collaboration & Test Planning Collaborate with engineers and analysts to ensure clarity of test objectives and methodology Provide feedback on test design and help iterate future test efforts Support team members by delivering data analytics tools and reviewing technical approaches Technical Innovation & Efficiency Continuously improve data reduction and analysis processes using automation and custom tool development Communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Work independently with minimal supervision and contribute to team-wide success Required Qualifications 6-10 years of Software Engineering experience Proficiency in MATLAB for technical computing and analysis Strong analytical skills and experience interpreting technical diagrams or abstract concepts Preferred Qualifications Experience with programming/scripting languages: Java, JavaScript, Python, HTML/CSS, Perl, PowerShell, shell scripting Familiarity with LINUX and Windows operating systems Experience with Atlassian tool suite: JIRA, Bitbucket/GitLab, Confluence Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Understanding of statistics: sampling, distributions, and regression techniques Knowledge of United States Space Force test and evaluation practices Experience in both manual and automated testing for DoD systems Familiarity with missile warning or missile defense mission domains Education & Certification Bachelor's degree preferred in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field OR additional years of experience can substitute for degree requirement. Required Clearance Top Secret / SCI Travel Occasional travel required: Greater than 10% Why Join USfalcon? Make an Impact - Play a key role in evaluating national defense systems and ensuring mission success. Mission-Focused Culture - Contribute to projects that support the U.S. Space Force and Department of Defense. Career Growth & Development - Gain hands-on experience with advanced technologies and expand your expertise. Collaborative Environment - Work with a dedicated team of engineers, analysts, and technical professionals. Ready to shape the future of missile defense? Apply today. Help drive mission-critical testing and system performance analysis that directly impacts national security. In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, USfalcon considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities as well as a candidate's work experience, knowledge, skills, education, and training. Benefits Offered: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, parental leave, pet insurance, paid time off, and holidays. About US: USfalcon has grown from our roots in 1984 to become a mid-tier professional services company supporting a diverse and global customer base of DoD and Federal Agencies. We have been excelling in diverse platforms for almost 30 years and continue to be an industry leader. If you thrive in an organization that values integrity, commitment, stewardship, and service, we want to meet you. We deliver core capabilities in Aviation, Space, Information Technology, and Business Operations and continue to grow and expand our competencies, contracts and customer base, adding to our long history of supporting customer and community needs. Learn more at www.usfalcon.com/history. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)