Software Engineer III

Software Engineer III

Location

US-CA-San Diego

ID

2025-10401

Category

Software Engineer

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Application Open Date

8/20/2025

Salary Statement

Estimated Starting Salary Range: USD $127,650.00/Yr. - USD $212,750.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Description

Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) is an advanced information technology engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients. SRC is searching for a well-rounded Computer Engineer to support our DoD customer located at NIWC Pacific in San Diego, CA.

• Possessing a specialized skillset including a deep understanding of secure communication protocols and encryption standards relevant to military applications
• Defining, specifying, and designing complex communication systems, often participating in system design reviews and ensuring adherence to open architecture principles
• Obtaining and maintaining a security clearance commensurate with program requirements is essential

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Requirements

• Master's level degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with field of concentration in computer science

• 10 years of professional experience in computer design, software development or computer networks

• Ability to research, design, develop, and test computer hardware and software programs
• Ability to apply the principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that enable computers to perform their many applications
• Ability to develop algorithms, analyze, and solve programming problems
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C, C++, and Java
• The primary or most necessary skills required for this job are analytical skills

Desired Skills

• Experience with tactical waveforms and their implementation within software defined radio (SDR) systems is highly desirable
• Familiarity with DoD testing and evaluation (T&E) processes, including the development of test plans, procedures, and data analysis techniques, is essential.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition regulations, specifically those pertaining to software development and data rights, is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and deployment
• Proficiency in programming languages relevant to General Purpose Processors (GPP), Digital Signal Processors (DSP), and Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA) is highly desirable
• Skilled in analyzing software specifications, designs, and implementations, ensuring the development of high-quality, portable, and reusable software components
• Administrative, communication, leadership, short-term planning, and problem-solving skills

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET / SCI ELIGIBILITY

Travel Requirements

• Occasional CONUS travel may be required

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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