Software Engineer Lead

3 weeks ago


Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States QinetiQ US Full time

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next-generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations worldwide.

Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

We are committed to supporting the safety and security of the world around us by partnering with our customers to help save lives, reduce risks to society, and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Work with Us?

In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. We offer workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family, and opportunities to work with a purpose.

Position Overview

Join our team in supporting the development, advancement, and sustainment of weapon systems for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners.

You will be part of a team with experience and in-depth understanding of environments that include ground, near-space, space, and any system that operates in those environments to meet current and projected strategic, operational, and tactical needs for the Department of Defense (DoD).

Job Responsibilities

  1. Provide computer and network systems engineering and technical advice for projects and programs, as well as support program acquisition efforts for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration activities.
  2. Support the revision or drafting of JCIDS and acquisition documentation, such as Initial Capability Documents, Analysis of Alternatives, Concept of Operations, Technical/Systems Requirement Documents, Technical Evaluations, and System Specifications.
  3. Provide inputs and support on technical and/or programmatic status reporting of individual projects, programs, or portfolios.
  4. Identify areas of improvement with actionable, feasible recommendations, and tasks for reducing risk where appropriate, as well as support risk identification, process definition, and detailed technical risk mitigation plans.
  5. Maintain awareness of current program schedule, monitor acquisition implementation, report requirement shortfalls, and provide program assessments based on the identified risks.
  6. Advise the Government program manager on technical engagements, such as technical interchange meetings, design reviews, program conferences, and other informational meetings.
  7. Maintain a broad awareness and understanding of all programs and technology development efforts in execution across the applicable portfolio, as well as assist integrated product teams and working groups.
  8. Provide technical and operational insight to support mission protection, operations, and mission data assessments, as well as recommend viable solutions for technical anomalies.
  9. Provide recommendations regarding robust software planning and development for a spiral/agile acquisition program.

Required Qualifications

  • Experience building, testing, delivering, and deploying secure enterprise software systems.
  • Expertise in Agile processes and implementation for large-scale software programs.
  • Effective management experience with large-scale programs (more than 100 personnel).
  • Experience communicating with leadership, stakeholders, and development communities.
  • Knowledgeable with DoD, Air Force, Space Force, and/or Space Systems Command processes and procedures for delivering systems to production environments.
  • Familiarity with highly available, scalable cloud native solutions within commercial industry.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Air Force, Space Force, and/or Space Systems Command enterprise software systems.
  • Masters Degree.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience.


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