Senior Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Join JRC's Missiles & Space Team. Are you a visionary Senior Software Engineer ready to shape the future of technology? We're on the lookout for a highly skilled and innovative professional with expertise in modern software development, artificial intelligence, and communications technologies. This role is perfect for an experienced engineer who excels in complex, interdisciplinary environments and is driven by the challenge of creating cutting-edge systems that seamlessly integrate AI, satellite communications, and long-haul RF communication systems. Join us and be a part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of what's possible. As a Senior Software Engineer with JRC, you will Design, develop, and maintain high-performance software systems using modern programming languages such as Python, Java, C , Go, Delphi/Object Pascal, Swift ,Ruby , Rust and Ada. Integrate and optimize large language models (LLMs) and AI-driven solutions into communication platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and support interfaces with long-haul RF and satellite communication systems for voice and data circuits. Lead architectural decisions and mentor junior engineers in best practices and emerging technologies. Conduct performance tuning, system diagnostics, and troubleshooting across distributed systems. Stay current with industry trends in AI, RF, and satellite communications to drive innovation. What you bring to the table A bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering or related fields 8+ years of professional software engineering experience. An active DoD Security at the TS level with SCI eligibility. Proficiency in and familiarity with modern languages (e.g., Python, Swift, Rust, etc.) Demonstrated experience in AI, including familiarity with technologies such as machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, and neural networks. Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch ) and LLMs (e.g., OpenAI, Hugging Face). Strong understanding of radio frequency (RF) systems, signal processing, and communication protocols. Experience with satellite communications, including long-haul data transmission and link budget analysis. Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system integration. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a team. Bonus points for An advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Experience with real-time systems, embedded development, or aerospace/defense applications. Familiarity with secure communications, encryption, and cybersecurity best practices. Contributions to open-source AI or communications projects. Program management experience.