Systems Engineer (Mid-Level) - Picatinny Arsenal, Nj

Position Description

Looking for an Systems Engineering / Computer Engineering opportunity at a place you can make an impact every day?  Discover this great opportunity at our Picatinny Arsenal, NJ location.  Bring your embedded software, software/hardware integration, programming, and testing skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our warfighters by discovering your new role supporting the Combat Capabilities Development Command Armament Center (DEVCOM AC). 

 

The Armament Software Engineering Center researches, develops and sustains advanced software products and services used by U.S. service members in Army weapons systems.

You will be part of a team of engineers who implement and improve the weapon system software for fielded Mortars and Artillery systems.  Under direction, assist in all stages of the software lifecycle of moderately complex system software. Work effectively on several phases of systems/software programming/analysis with little direction, but may require some instruction and guidance for other aspects. May assist in the coding of protocol simulators, microcontroller and embedded software. Degree must be in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

 

In this role, you will:

• Develop low level software/firmware for Microcontrollers and other target platforms
• Develop desktop applications interfacing with embedded systems
• Implement encryption, messaging composition/decomposition, and interfacing to new sensors or systems
• Implement cybersecurity requirements supporting the hardening of ports, protocols, and services and vulnerabilities
• Develop and run test cases for unit/subsystem/system level integration
• Use automated testing frameworks to assist in system testing

• Assist in development of Analog and/or Digital circuitry, and interfacing circuitry

• Develop technical documentation supporting the software development lifecycle 

Qualifications

To be successful in this roll, you will have:

• A U.S. citizenship, with ability to obtain/maintain Government CAC
• A Bachelors Degree in relevant field (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering)
• At least 2-4 years experience in the field of Embedded/systems software design and development using C/C++/C#, Java, Assembler, ADA, or other low level language.  This cannot be substituted with web development experience.
• 2-4 years Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• An effective Communication skills to interface with other software teams or stakeholders

Additional desired experience and skills:

• 2-4 years Experience with of Diagramming software not limited to:  Microsoft Visio, AutoCAD, UML to document software design
• 2-4 years Experience with software testing / test cases, and automated frameworks
• 2-4 years Experience with Analog/Digital Circuit Design and Analysis using pSpice, ORCAD, or other software
• 2-4 years Experience with FPGA, VHDL, Assembler
• 2-4 years Experience with Networking communications (client/server/sockets/multi-threading)
• 2-4 years Experience with Real Time Operating Systems, Embedded C, Embedded Systems
• 2-4 years Experience with Android/iOT development

In compliance with state and local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $75,625.64 to $126,042.74 however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. 

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

 

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

 

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

 

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

 

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME