Senior Software Engineer - Secret Clearance - (24528) Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn. Job Title / Level Senior Software Engineer - Secret Clearance Clearance Required? Secret Location: Alexandria, VA 22310 US (Primary) % Travel 0 - 10% Job Description We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with demonstrated experience in cutting edge technology, software engineering and experiment, software technology demonstration and evaluation, developing concepts of operation, and requirements analysis. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will: + Work to formulate, integrate,​ demonstrate and test developmental and experimental software concepts with planned transition to end users. + Manage large projects covering a broad range of complex technical tasks which require highly specialized and diverse knowledge. + Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals. + Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan! + Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan. A week in the life of a Senior Software Engineer: + Advise senior policy makers on critical decisions in the area of software assurance. + Provide direct support to DOD R&E Domain and Technical Lead in the assessment, overview, and development of schedules, plans, briefings, and other technical support associated with Major DoD Acquisition Programs. + Conduct DoD software measurement and analysis on benchmarking, cost estimating and project control. + Provide SWE technical and analytical services in support of OUSD acquisition program responsibilities, the term software includes, but is not limited to, Commercial-off-the-Shelf, Government-off-the Shelf, custom code, firmware, and software applied to Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs), Major Automated Information Systems (MAIS) and other systems as assigned. Job Requirements + BS plus 10 years of experience in software engineering. + Excellent writing and analytical skills + DoD secret clearance required (TS a plus) + Prior Experience: + Supporting DoD Software Modernization and Coordination. Knowledge of development of comprehensive software strategies throughout DoD acquisition lifecycle. + Coordinating with OUSD(A&S), OSD CIO/CDO, the Services, and other agencies software staffs as required to ensure comprehensive and efficient overall software modernization strategies. + With recent and relevant software development (including Agile methodologies, and Development, Security, and Operations (DevSecOps). + Collaborating with other stakeholders, DoD contractors and independent consultants on technical assessments, provide customer with actionable recommendations to mitigate risks and issues in order to improve software related program execution. + DoD technical assessment guidance and methodology to perform software and DoD Data Modernization reviews and prepare the assessments. Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day. Company Awards: + Forbes National Best Midsize Companies + Energage National Best Workplaces, National + Washington Post Best Workplaces Veteran Hiring Awards: + U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion + BEST FOR VETS by Military Times + TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $130k - $160k. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation