Software Engineer

ASRC Federal Advanced Research supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Airspace System (NAS) Engineering Support Services (ESS) contract. We are seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer to support the Weather Systems Group. This role contributes to the design, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical aviation weather systems supporting real-time operations across the NAS.   Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, and maintain software supporting weather system applications and fielded devices Implement enhancements, bug fixes, and new capabilities across system components Develop scripts and tools using C, C++, and Python for automation, analysis, and system configuration Participate in code reviews, integration testing, and configuration management processes Support full software lifecycle including requirements, development, testing, and deployment Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/wireless) supporting weather systems Configure and manage routers, switches, and network segmentation (VLANs, ACLs, VPNs) Troubleshoot network performance and connectivity issues using diagnostic tools Perform capacity planning and scalability assessments for distributed systems Support secure communications and network hardening efforts Support integration of hardware and software systems in lab and field environments Troubleshoot system-level issues across software, networking, and hardware components Handle and document trouble calls from operational users and field sites Conduct system testing, validation, and verification activities Evaluate and recommend upgrades for end-of-life hardware and system modernization Coordinate and manage engineering changes from concept through deployment Develop technical documentation, reports, and engineering artifacts for field use Lead or contribute to process improvements and engineering best practices Collaborate with government stakeholders, engineers, and field technicians   Requirements:   US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required. All applicants must have resided in the United States for the past 3 years.   Familiarity with VLANs, VPNs, NAT, ACLs, and network segmentation Knowledge of network monitoring and diagnostic tools Strong understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP comms, subnetting, routing, and switching Familiarity with HW system design, schematics and interconnects Proficient in programming languages and scripts used in model and tool development (C, C++, Python) Experience with use of source control such as Git. Must demonstrate initiative with minimal oversight Experience working in a team environment Experience authoring technical documentation and providing technical support Good written and spoken communication including developing technical documentation Ability to pass an FAA background investigation Must be local to the OKC area or willing to relocate.  Will need to have the ability to interface with hardware when needed. Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time.   Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field Level 1: Entry Level Level 2: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 1 Level 3: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 2 Level 4: Minimum 3 years of experience equivalent to a level 3