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DCS Corp.

JSSA Software Engineer

Pay: $88,206/yr

Posted: 07/01/2026

Location: Ridgecrest, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/18/2026

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What they do

A Software Developer or Engineer designs or improves computer software. Oversees the entire software development process. Analyzes customer or user needs, designs programs, writes code or instructs computer programmers, tests design, and documents programs. May assist with upgrades or maintenance. May specialize in the design of computer applications or computer systems.

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Job Description

Salary Range:

$73,160 - $95,500 Provide software engineering/programming services to the

T-45 JSSA

Integrated Product Team (IPT) program at NAWCWD China Lake.

Essential Job Functions:

Support the T-45 platform for software sustainment activities for block product lines. Support multiple operational flight programs (OFP) in software development efforts.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a minimum of 2 years experience is required. A Master's degree with 1 year of experience will also be considered. Candidate must have or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Required to have knowledge and understanding of software life-cycle models. At least two years of experience in software design, coding, unit testing, software integration, and system integration testing. Experience in avionics acquisition development, and proficiency in C++, C#, Object Oriented Analysis and Design, and Unified Modeling Language (UML).

Desired Skills:

Knowledge in avionics computer systems (embedded software development), Team Software Process (TSP), Configuration Management (CM), Capability Maturity Model (CMM/CMMI) are a plus. Experience with the Visual Studio C++, Git, SmartBear, JIRA, Enterprise Architect(UML), Dashboard(TSP/PSP) is a plus. Ability to work independently as well as within a team. Ability to speak/write clearly and professionally.