Software Engineer

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Job Summary: 

The Software Engineer will provide on-site digital signal processing to support to DIA/ST/REPD at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (CCAFS), Florida. Position requires a thinker/innovator who when given a problem will brainstorm ideas, solicit input and when given approval to proceed, will create solutions often as part of an integrated rapid prototyping team integrating computing, sensors, communications and programming to develop rapid prototype solutions.

Responsibilities: 

• Process, exploit, analyze and report results from tests, demonstrations and evaluations to aid in determining sensor/system overall effectiveness. 
• Work with existing software (both COTS and GOTS) tied to sensor packages and payloads to address complex integration activities so as to resolve software and hardware interoperability and compatibility challenges. 
• Work in multiple programming languages including but not limited to C, C++, JAVA, Python, JavaScript, C#. Client/server programming on both ends. Graphical User Interface development. 
• Embedded programming in Linux and Arduino/C. 
• Support and participate in field tests and operational demonstration activities. 
• Provide support for in-house technology development initiatives, including feasibility assessments of proposals and ongoing projects by other parties in government, academia, and industry. 
• Create customized code to perform data harvesting, processing, exploitation and formatting. 
• Work code solutions which utilize data from multiple sites, sensors and/or data types. 
• Must be able to successfully work in high tempo environment creating efficient well documented and successful coding solutions resolving unique issues. 
• Participate in trade studies to solve technical problems and identify preferred solutions.
• Participate in technical reviews to assess project progress from design through development and delivery.
• Serve as a team member on Division wide, multidisciplinary efforts that involve critical IT issues. 
• Comply with CCAFS industrial hygiene requirements. 
• Conduct research as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to accomplish the ATl7 mission. 
• Good interpersonal skills and an effective communicator.
• Communication and provide support with the customer (internal or external).
• During the life cycle of a project, must be able to communicate clearly with clients in order to explain the progress and results of the work to them.

Requirements:

•  Must be a US citizen.
• Must have a secret or higher security clearance.
• BS degree or higher and three (3) or more years of relevant experience. 
• DSP knowledge and hands-on experience. 
• Experience in Linux and Windows OS, Command line scripting, Single Board Computer programming, (i.e. Arduino, Beagle Bone, and RP) and C, C++, JAVA, Python, JavaScript, C#, React, Node, Docker. 
• Works well independently and/or as part of a group.
• Good writing skills to write reports when required.
• Successful background and drug screening check.

Preferred Requirements: 

• BS or higher degree in Software engineering, Computer Science or relevant field.
• Analysis of software and hardware systems.
• Vulnerabilities research.
• Experience Reverse engineering hardware and software solutions.
• Data exploitation.

Physical Demands or Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The majority of the time is spent in an office setting. 
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance, vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear.

About ZelTech:

Founded in 1988 by Ret. Col. Jack L. Ezzell Jr., Zel Technologies is a trusted leader in national security, providing comprehensive research, development, engineering, and operational support to the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and federal agencies. Originally focused on leveraging operational and software expertise to improve time-critical targeting capabilities for the military, the company advanced its capabilities to provide scientific and HUMINT expertise for CBRNE collection and analysis. In the wake of 9/11, Zel Technologies rapidly expanded its capabilities to provide turnkey ISR support services to US Special Operations Forces (SOF), as well as advanced technical & operational intelligence, physical & data science, and engineering support services to the greater Intelligence and SOF Communities supporting global counterterrorism and CWMD operations.

Today, Zel Technologies remains at the forefront of intelligence missions, advancing CWMD and global counterterrorism efforts, while also addressing emerging threats posed by near-peer adversaries. Our team remains committed to delivering adaptive, innovative, and cost-effective solutions across multiple domains, in alignment with the mission priorities of the U.S. Government and its partner nations.                                                     

Our Mission:

Through our commitment to innovation and quality, our skilled teams deliver robust, technology driven solutions and insights that empower our customers to overcome complex challenges and achieve their mission objectives.
 

Our Workforce:

ZelTech team members represent a wide range of backgrounds, skills, experience, and personalities bound together by common objectives and mutual respect. You will join a caring community of professional, including many military veterans who challenge and support each other in seeking the right solutions to important matters.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• 401k immediate vesting with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Health Savings Account with company contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bonuses for performance
• Voluntary life/accidental death & dismemberment 
• Educational assistance and special training programs 
• Voluntary benefits (accidental, critical illness, whole life) 
• Group life insurance (Company paid)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance (Company paid)
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Leave, Jury Duty, and Military Leave 
• Health and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Employee discounts on various services and products

 Equal Opportunities:

ZelTech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.