Java Software Engineer - Space Domain

Program Overview

Develops and deploys resilient data processing and mission planning tools to help users respond to space domain threats. Automates information flow for I&W and SDA/SSA, offering advanced tracking, analysis, and planning capabilities, including a unique automated low-to-high data transfer system

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a Java Software Engineer in Chantilly, VA to support Intelligence Community and DoD customers as part of a talented, high-performing team. As part of this team you will work with emerging service and distributed computing technologies for Space Domain Awareness (SDA) data processing and distribution.

The Skyfire program, a next gen Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Indications and Warning (I&W) system, establishes a repository of resident space objects (RSOs), finds RSOs of interest, and provides data to ground operators. The Skyfire team uses: programmatics, sensor modeling, and system engineering expertise to deliver this world-class SDA I&W system.

What you'll do:

• Provide TS/SCI Java software development of modules. Some of these techniques include but are not limited to, event-driven or state-driven programming, error logging, and exception handling.
• Perform TS/SCI software analysis, architecture, engineering, and integration services at the unit, module, and system levels.
• Perform all aspects of software engineering support required to implement systems.
• Adhere to open standards and modern software development methodologies, including what is considered ‘best’ practices by Industry to the extent that operational requirements will allow.
• Provide technical reports, white papers and other documentation as required to documents findings of all software engineering service activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• An Associates degree with 10+ years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Additional four (4) years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree will be considered.
• This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Top Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI and pass a polygraph within 30 days of employment or at customers request- contract requires TS/SCI with poly. The candidate must maintain the clearance.
• Previous experience supporting programs or customers within the Space Domain. Experience or knowledge in space operations, orbital data, or tracking is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in Java 8 or later including usage of Stream APIs, Future APIs, and Lambdas.
• Experience building applications in Spring Framework/Spring Boot.
• Experience with Micro/Macroservices, Containerization, and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, RDS, ElastiCache, etc.).
• Experience with relational databases (i.e. PostgreSQL).
• Experience with messaging services (i.e. Kafka, ActiveMQ, Camel Route, etc.).
• Experience with remote debugging (JDWP).
• Experience working within Linux.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and GIT.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working in an Agile or SAFe agile environment.
• Demonstrated experience with Software Design including an understanding of Software Design Patterns and Enterprise Integration Patterns.
• Demonstrated understanding of Spring Framework/Spring Boot concepts such as Auto Configuration, Custom Starters, Filters, WebFlux, AOP, Security, External/Distributed Configuration.
• Experience with Java synthesization tools (i.e. Lombok, MapStruct, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience with advanced Microservice topics (i.e. Clustering, Decentralized Governance, Distributed Tracing, Fault Isolation and Circuit Breaking, etc.)
• Background in physics, mathematics, or aerospace.
• Active CompTIA Security+ CE certification or working toward certification.

Benefits:

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

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Details

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.