Senior Software Engineer (C++) with Security Clearance

Title: Senior Software Engineer (C++)
Location: Fort Worth, Tx
Schedule: 4/10’s
Clearance: Secret Project: F-35 About the company:
This premier global defense contractor is at the absolute forefront of advanced aerospace engineering, specializing in the design and production of the world’s most sophisticated tactical aircraft. Renowned for pioneering stealth technology and supersonic performance, the company is responsible for the most advanced multi-role fighter jets in modern history.

In this role, you will work on the bleeding edge of aeronautics, contributing to the development of next-generation flight systems that define global air superiority. From enhancing integrated sensors and avionics to optimizing airframe structural integrity, the work focuses on pushing the limits of speed, agility, and survivability. Joining this team means helping to shape the future of aviation through the development of iconic platforms that serve as the backbone of international defense and security.

Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Software Engineer to design, develop, and deliver automated system capabilities and big-data processing architectures. This position is hands-on. The selected candidate will be responsible for implementing system solutions—from concept development through integration, deployment, and performance validation. The role includes collaboration with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, customers, and program leadership to ensure solutions meet stakeholder requirements, security constraints, and technical performance objectives.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement architectures for automated systems and big-data ecosystems.
• Develop automated data pipelines; perform data transformation, aggregation, and anomaly-detection tasks.
• Architect and deliver local, distributed, and cloud-based data solutions.
• Translate stakeholder needs into technical architectures, design specifications, and executable plans.
• Design system technical standards and requirements across software, hardware, tools, and data platforms.
• Implement proof-of-concept prototypes to validate design approaches.
• Participate in design reviews and ensure compliance with engineering standards and cybersecurity controls.
• Integrate AI/ML models into operational data flows.
• Support test planning, system integration, and formal qualification events. ________________________________________

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline (STEM). With 9-15 Years experience OR Masters with 7-13 years experience
• 5+ years of Software Engineering experience with C#, C++, OR 2+ years of experience with Rust. Desired Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing distributed system architectures (e.g., Shared Memory, GRPC, Sockets, REST).
• 2+ years working with big-data tools (e.g., Hadoop, Iceberg, Impala, Trino) or high-volume data pipelines (e.g., S3 protocol, SeaweedFS, MINIO).
• 5+ years of experience with Python, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Data-Oriented Design (Rust), APIs, Design Patterns, Clean Architecture, and Test-Driven Development.
• Familiarity with Airborne Sensing/Tracking systems (e.g., Radar, Electronic Warfare, and/or Electro Optical).