Software Developer (WCSE GRID)-Junior

AMEWAS is celebrating over 40 years of excellence in providing quality products, services and solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD), specializing in the scientific, engineering, and testing of the full spectrum of weapons development. We are headquartered in California, Maryland and operate satellite offices in Orlando, Florida and San Diego, California.

At AMEWAS, you will find a diverse team of professionals that work to make a true difference in the operational support of our nation’s warfighters. Our employees achieve success through continuous learning and high performance, and are consistently recognized by their customers and their peers.

If you are ready to challenge yourself to do more, join our team today!

Be sure to check out the rest of our website at www.amewas.com to learn more about our company and our people.

The Position

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Software Developer (WCSE GRID)-Junior to support Battlespace Modeling & Simulation. The salary range of this position is $78,000.00 - $108,000.00, and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location:

Patuxent River, Maryland #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers (California-Lexington Park, Maryland). To learn more about our surrounding location, please visit: Visit St. Mary’s.

Position Background

The Simulation Applications and Architecture (SAA) Branch develops multiple modeling and simulation (M&S) tools in support of warfighter training; test and evaluation (T&E); data analysis; live, virtual, and constructive (LVC); research and development (R&D) activities for DoD agencies and its international partners. The tools include the Global Reusable Interface Domain (GRID), the Weapons Server Common Environment (WSCE), the Simulation Control Executive (SCE), and the Architecture Management Integration Environment (AMIE). The SAA Branch designs, develops, documents, and deploys these products and tools. The Battlespace Division delivers these products as part of an integrated suite of tools called the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) Technical Baseline (JTB); the battlespace for JSE.

A typical day as a Software Developer (WCSE GRID)-Junior may include:

• Develops software that is integrated into flight simulators to support pilot training against potential threats for an advanced synthetic training environment
• Supports software development, software integration, customer training and demonstrations
• Demonstrates a knowledge of standard programming algorithms, design patterns and object-oriented software design
• Works within existing DevOps environments, including automated builds, testing and deployment of software on multiple OS platforms
• Evaluates and reviews C and C++ language code
• Programs using C and C++
• Develops software requiring parallel processing, threading and inter-process communication
• Develops software to simulate complex environments or platforms in real-time
• Collaborates with team members to design future enhancements
  
  

Must-haves

• BS Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering: Degrees in Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace, Software Systems, Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering may qualify
• 1 year of relevant work experience
• Experience with scripting and databases
• Experience programming in C or C++
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
  
  

Desired Skills

• Experience with Python3, CMake, CUDA, threaded programming and/or modeling and simulation
• Experience with software CM tools including Git
• Experience with network-connected software development
• Experience working in both Linux and Windows environments
  
  

Skills Crucial To Success At AMEWAS

Candidates must have a customer-focused attitude with a high level of professionalism and discretion, and have the ability to work effectively with both management, and as part of a team, to meet project targets.

Physical Environment And Working Conditions

The physical environment requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday. Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site. In some occasions, the employee may be required to report to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.

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Our Excellent Benefits And Perks

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program
  
  

AMEWAS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other legally protected class.

AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.