Why this role stands out
Elevate your engineering career by joining COLSA’s collaborative team in Huntsville, where you will tackle impactful TAK development projects in a supportive, employee-centric environment that offers the perfect balance of professional growth and hybrid flexibility. This role is an ideal fit for a skilled developer passionate about full-stack innovation and system integration who thrives in a mission-driven culture. Apply today to bring your technical expertise to a premier company and advance your impact on critical defense technologies.
Quick overview
Job description
COLSA Corporation is seeking a TAK Development and Integration Engineer in Huntsville, AL, to design, develop, and integrate Team Awareness Kit (TAK) software applications in support of the U.S. Army's Threat Systems Management Office (TSMO). Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)
- Designs, develops, tests, and implements Team Awareness Kit (TAK) software applications using Java and Python. *
- Performs full stack TAK development to support operational needs and government customer requirements. *
- Designs, develops, and implements user-friendly interfaces and functionality for TAKX. *
- Supports the integration of TAK software applications and components with existing systems and technologies. *
- Analyzes user requirements and collaborates with team members and end users to troubleshoot and resolve software issues. *
- Configures and maintains software development environments using Git, Linux, and Docker. *
- May develop or contribute to technical documentation, user guides, and training materials for new or existing software applications. At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our "Family of Professionals!" Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here: https://www.colsa.com/culture_benefits Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
- Minimum of 2 years of related experience
- Hands-on experience supporting system integration efforts
- Experience developing software applications using Java and Python
- Experience configuring and maintaining development environments, including Git-based version control, Linux operating systems, and Docker containerization
- Practical experience in front-end application development, including implementation of responsive and user-focused interfaces
- Experience designing, developing, and integrating custom interfaces, extensions, or plugins within existing software frameworks
- Proficiency in Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation
- Experience applying Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Experience with Google Protocol Buffers (Protobuf)
- Proficient in working with XML-based messaging protocols
- Azure DevOps knowledge
- Active Secret Security clearance; U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with web development language such as HTML, CSS or JavaScript
- Experience with C#
- Knowledge of TAK programs
- Basic level knowledge of networking and cybersecurity
- PostgreSQL database experience
- Current CompTIA Security +CE certification Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an
Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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