Job Details

NextGen is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Developer to join our team in support of C5ISR Center critical defense and intelligence missions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation in software development and integration activities while leveraging prior intelligence experience to bridge software engineering with intelligence operations for battlefield systems. Such as work in Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), threat analysis, or related domains to deliver high-impact solutions for secure, mission-critical applications.

TRAVEL: <10% to Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (travel occurs only when required to directly support hands-on activities critical to mission success)

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, test, and debug software solutions for C5ISR systems, prototypes, and enhancements, including writing secure, efficient code (commonly in Python, C++, Java, MATLAB, C#) to support mission-critical capabilities such as tactical networks, electronic warfare models, signal processing, software-defined radios, cybersecurity tools, and intelligence data fusion.
• Perform software integration, troubleshooting to integrate software with hardware platforms, third-party components, and existing Army systems.
• Apply secure software engineering practices and cybersecurity compliance: follow DoD standards (e.g., RMF, secure coding, DoD 8140/8570 requirements); conduct vulnerability analysis; harden software against threats.
• Develop and iterate software prototypes for C5ISR capabilities and integration with hardware platforms in lab environments.
• Support lab-based test prototypes in operationally relevant scenarios.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, document work, and support program goals: Work alongside government engineers, scientists, program offices, and Soldiers; participate in code reviews, technical reporting, demonstrations, and transition activities.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance (minimum); eligibility and willingness to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance as required by the contract. U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
• Education: Bachelors degree with 3+ years' experience. (Years of experience may be accepted in lieu of degree).
• Certifications: Security+ (or higher DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II/III compliance).
• Intelligence Background: Demonstrated prior experience or strong working knowledge in intelligence domains, such as signals intelligence (SIGINT).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in multiple programming languages and tools relevant to intel/cyber applications, including Python, C++, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, and scripting (e.g., Bash/PowerShell). Experience with version control (Git), and Agile/DevOps practices.

Desired Qualifications

• Domain Knowledge: Adapt skills to military contexts, including compliance and operational integration.
• Intelligence Integration: Knowledge of tools for SIGINT/GEOINT processing, such as custom APIs for fusing intel data with Army command systems.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, classified environment. Excellent written and verbal communication for interfacing with cross-functional teams (e.g., engineers, program managers, government POCs).

About NextGen: NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our Customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client's organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we: Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure; Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees' contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good; Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability; Strive to achieve results as an organization; Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors; Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success; Create an environment where people can engage at all levels; Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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