Software Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Software Engineer with Security Clearance
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Date Posted:
January 6, 2026 Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a mid-level Software Engineer to provide software development expertise to the FORGE satellite control program. The selected candidate will serve as a primary technical resource to the U.S. Space Force customer, offering software development expertise. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership in a team, building hands-on experience with the customer's in-development software.

This role has three primary objectives:
* Help the customer understand what they are acquiring and identify opportunities for improvement
* Support efficient integration of third-party software developers with the Government's new software
* Enable enterprise users accelerate adoption and use of the software The ideal candidate will be able to understand the customer's vision, lead the team in evaluating the software system's capacity to meet the customer's requirements, and educate users with varying levels of expertise in how to use the software. The Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4

ISR) Systems Division delivers mission-critical solutions, specializing in cyber operations, information architecture, strategic deterrence, and ISR. Our division's commitment to innovation and security enables us to provide critical solutions across defense, intelligence, and national security. Join our team and contribute to the next generation of defense technologies.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in computer science, MIS, engineering, or a related field
* 5-15 years of relevant software engineering experience with a degree, or 10-20 years of experience in lieu of a degree
* Experience working on and leading a software development team
* Software engineering skills in C++, Python, Java, web development, and/or scripting
* Familiarity with software system design, development, deployment, and testing
* Experience with software development processes, including revision control, peer reviews, and documentation standards
* Ability to serve as a technical adviser to program managers, customers, and stakeholders on software applications and solutions, including provision of enterprise-grade support using OTJ-developed expertise in the government technology stack
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond resourcefully to new demands or challenges
* Must be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
* Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
* Must be able to travel

Preferred Qualifications /Attributes:
* Experience with automated software system deployment and use of infrastructure as code
* Experience with container technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, Open Shift)
* Experience with data streaming technologies (e.g., gRPC, Kafka, or ZeroMQ)
* Experience with Java development and testing
* Comfortable using the Atlassian suite (e.g., Confluence, Jira)
* Comfortable using version control tools such as Git and Bitbucket
* Comfortable working in a Linux environment
* Enjoys teaching and educating others
* Comfortable working in both private and public clouds
* Comfortable working with multiple teams in collaborative, facilitative, and service roles
* Willingness to develop new skills and learn new tools Qualifications of interest:
* Experience with SysML/MBSE
* Experience with Databases and SQL
* Experience with the Agile development framework
* Experience with DoD mission operations networks
* Knowledge in DoD cybersecurity standards and procedures
* Active U.S. Government security clearance
* Salary Range * $90,000 - $139,000
* Salary commensurate based on education and relevant experience This range serves as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as role, level, location, market conditions, and individual qualifications, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The range displayed in the job advertisement reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries across all US locations. Specific salary details for a candidate's preferred location can be provided by the recruiter or HR manager during the hiring process.

Why Join SDL?
* SDL offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Visit our Benefits Page to learn more about what we offer. SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense.

Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success. At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to…