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Software Developer

Role overview

Summary

This role focuses on developing software for space weather science applications to support the Air Force Research Laboratory. You will engage in research, design, and coding while collaborating with customers to enhance operational software applications.

Qualifications

  • US Active Secret level clearance.
  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in general software engineering development.
  • Experience in developing with C/Fortran/C++, and Python in Linux environments.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Responsibilities

  • Research and develop space weather science phenomenology modeling and prediction.
  • Design, develop, integrate, and maintain space weather science applications.
  • Perform full life-cycle software development activities.
  • Interact with customers for technical management.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Entarian

  • Defense
  • 1,001–5,000
At Entarian, we operate at the intersection of mission systems and execution. We connect space systems, apply data modeling and analysis, and enable secure enterprise and mission environments. From the enterprise to the tactical edge, we deliver the actionable insight decision makers need to act with confidence. Built for speed and accountability, we align the right people and capabilities to solve complex challenges and deliver exceptional performance across the most demanding defense and federal civilian missions. When missions matter most, we’re all in.

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Job description

Overview/ Job Responsibilities:

Entarian is seeking a Software Developer - Space Weather Scientific Software to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Space Warfare Directorate.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

  • Researching and developing space weather science phenomenology modeling, prediction, and forecast from science algorithms/prototypes into operational software applications, and advancing current R2O practices in methodology, processes, tools, etc.

  • Hands-on coding as well as technical management of interacting with customers.

  • Designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining space weather science applications and perform full life-cycle software development activities.

Work is located at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM, but can be performed remotely with travel to Kirtland AFB up to 2 times per year up to 2-3 weeks.

Salary range: $110,000.00 - $122,000.00

Minimum Qualifications:
  • US Active Secret level clearance
  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in general software engineering development in delivering mission-critical system applications, preferably science-based systems supporting NOAA/NASA/DoD
  • Familiarity with AGILE software development practices with the ability to use and maintain make-based build tools and SCM-Git for large-scale and distributed software development
  • Experience in developing with C/Fortran/C++, and Python in Linux environments
  • Excellent verbal written communications skills
  • Must be self-motivated and adaptable in a dynamic hybrid R&D and production environment
  • Experience in developing Cloud-native applications and helping to mature DevSecOps and Platform Engineering practices
  • Ability to rescue/reverse-engineer troubled scientific code
  • Experience working with multiple stakeholders and gathering detailed user requirements
Desired Qualifications:
  • Master's degree
  • Experience or background in space weather science

  • Javascript/HTML/CSS web programming experience
  • Knowledge in conducting and managing system-level testing 
  • Knowledgeable about information assurance practices in compliance with best practices security policies and procedures
  • Familiarity with research-2-operations (R2O) methodology
  • GitOps, and other foundational AWSGovCloud technology
About Us:

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

Join the Mission and Start your Career Journey: Apply Directly via our Careers Portal  Connect, Referrals & Inquiries? Email the team: careers@entarian.com

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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