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Senior Software Engineer

Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, United States · On-site

$150k–$180k/yr

Senior+

Position Summary At MAG, we provide and enable real-time situational awareness to help our customers make the world smaller and safer. We are laser focused on serving our customers by providing technical expertise, opera…

Skills: Full-lifecycle Software Engineering, Hardware-Software Integration, C5ISR Systems, Rapid Prototyping, Software Testing

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Software Engineer

Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, United States · On-site

$130k–$170k/yr

Senior

Position Summary The Software Engineer will support the design, development, implementation, and documentation of systems engineering, integration, and readiness processes for PM EW&C systems. This role provides hands‑on…

Skills: C++, Python, Java, Systems Engineering, Electronic Warfare

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Senior Information Systems Analyst

Lexington Park, Maryland, United States · On-site

$100k–$140k/yr

Senior+

Position Summary MAG Aerospace is seeking to identify a Senior Information Security Analyst to support operations based out of Webster Outlying Field (WOLF), MD. This position provide security engineering and assessment …

Skills: Security Engineering, Risk Assessment, Security Operations, Vulnerability Management, NIST 800-171

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Senior Software Engineer

MAG Aerospace

Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, United States • On-site

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  • $150k–$180k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Financial Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Leave
  • Posted 20d ago
  • Apply by Jul 8
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Provide full-lifecycle software engineering support for C5ISR technologies, focusing on the design, implementation, and testing of systems integrating with complex hardware. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to support rapid prototyping and sustainment of mission-critical DoD weapon systems.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of ten years of related software engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree in a technical field. Candidates must be US citizens with an active TS/SCI DoD security clearance.

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Position Summary

At MAG, we provide and enable real-time situational awareness to help our customers make the world smaller and safer. We are laser focused on serving our customers by providing technical expertise, operational excellence, and flawless execution. Relentlessly driven by our dedication to service and performance, we have become the leading independent provider of manned/unmanned full-spectrum outsourced ISR services in the world. Our success is due entirely to the high caliber of employees we recruit, hire, and retain. At MAG, we look for individuals who thrive in a high-performance environment where challenges are the norm and success are expected. 

 

The Software Engineer provides full-lifecycle software engineering support to the C5ISR Center Readiness and Rapid Capabilities (RRC) Portfolio under the DEVCOM FORCE contract. The position supports Engineering and Technical Support (ETS) activities for a broad range of Communications-Electronics (C-E), Intelligence Warfare (IW), Sensors, and Intelligence Operations (IO) systems. Work includes developing, designing, analyzing, implementing, testing, and sustaining software systems that integrate with complex hardware used across Army, Joint Services, and mission partner environments.

 

This role directly contributes to rapid prototyping, capability enhancement, production readiness, sustainment engineering, field support, and quality assurance for mission-critical C5ISR technologies.

 

Must be a US CITIZEN

This position is in person daily

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Analyze software requirements originating from C5ISR Center Directorates, Team C5ISR, CECOM LCMC, Program Managers, and other DoD stakeholders to assess feasibility, performance constraints, and technical approach.
  • Research, design, and develop software systems using engineering principles, mathematical models, and scientific analysis to predict system behavior and optimize performance.
  • Collaborate closely with hardware engineers and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration between hardware, firmware, and software components.
  • Implement software solutions supporting prototyping, production, sustainment, and modernization of C-E, IW, Sensors, and IO weapon systems.
  • Develop and execute software testing procedures, including unit testing, integration testing, system validation, and performance verification in lab or field environments.
  • Support product quality assurance efforts by identifying defects, validating corrective actions, and ensuring compliance with technical specifications and Army standards.
  • Prepare technical documentation such as software design descriptions, interface control documents, test reports, and user manuals.
  • Provide customer consultation regarding maintenance, upgrades, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment of software used in C5ISR systems.
  • Support rapid fabrication and prototype development tasks, including software for new or upgraded sensors, radios, communication switches, servers, UAV components, and related subsystems.
  • Assist with integration and deployment of software solutions into operational environments, including support for navigation systems, night-vision electronics, radar systems, tactical communication devices, power generation/distribution components, and drone platforms.
  • Participate in cross-functional team reviews to ensure alignment with DEVCOM, Army, and Joint mission objectives.

 

Systems and Equipment Supported:

  • Sensors (EO/IR, acoustic, radar, environmental, etc.)
  • Satellite communications systems
  • Tactical radios and communications equipment
  • Multiplexers, switches, servers, and communication terminals
  • IW and IO systems and subsystems
  • Night-vision electronics and aviation navigation components
  • Tactical surveillance systems
  • Power generation and distribution devices
  • Spare sub-assemblies and electronic components (e.g., circuit cards)
  • UAV/drone platforms, motors, and control systems

Requirements

Requirements: MUST HAVE

  • Senior: Minimum of ten (10) years related experience 
  • Experience with full-lifecycle software engineering, including requirements, design, coding, testing, and documentation.
  • Ability to work within interdisciplinary engineering environments supporting hardware-software integration.
  • Understanding modeling, simulation, and performance prediction methodologies.

 

Preferred:

  • Experience supporting C5ISR systems, Army R&D, or DoD engineering contracts.
  • Knowledge of operational communications systems, tactical networks, sensor systems, or power distribution equipment.
  • Experience with rapid prototyping environments or research laboratory settings.

 

Education and Certification Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Four (4) additional years of direct relevant technical experience may be substituted for education

 

Other Qualifications

  • Current active TS/SCI DoD Security Clearance
  • Must be a US Citizen

 

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Special Note

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Benefits and Compensation

At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $150000 to $180000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.

Related keywords

C5ISRDEVCOMTS/SCIDoDSoftware EngineeringRapid PrototypingEO/IRSatellite CommunicationsTactical RadiosUAVIntelligence WarfareIntelligence OperationsFirmwareUnit TestingIntegration TestingInterface Control Documents

About MAG Aerospace

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Focused on making the world smaller and safer, we are fueled by our core values of Serve. Win. Perform.

Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
2009
Headquarters
Fairfax, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
37,632

MAG is a leader in delivering Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) services at the tactical edge with premier engineering and operational solutions around the world. We rapidly deliver defense technology solutions in multi-source, all-domain, decision superiority market. As the lead systems integrator and a proven U.S. Government prime contractor, MAG brings operational excellence and technical understanding with program management and systems engineering expertise to manage large, complex DOD systems development and deployment contracts. For more information, please visit www.magaero.com

Offices: 12730 Fair Lakes Circle, Fairfax, Virginia 22033, US · 7065 Challenger Ave, Titusville, Florida 32780, US · 1 Bayport Way, Suite 250, Newport News, VA 23606, US · 170 Jetplex Blvd SW, Suite E, Huntsville, Alabama 35824, US · 46611 Corporate Dr, Suite 101, Lexington Park, Maryland 20653, US

ISR ServicesAviation ServicesMaintenance and LogisticsMission Sensor Operator TrainingIntegrationFleet ManagementAerial Gunnery Operations TrainingPED Liaison & AnalystsOverland Target DevelopmentOverland Operation Support
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About MAG Aerospace

LinkedInVisit site

Focused on making the world smaller and safer, we are fueled by our core values of Serve. Win. Perform.

Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
2009
Headquarters
Fairfax, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
37,632

MAG is a leader in delivering Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) services at the tactical edge with premier engineering and operational solutions around the world. We rapidly deliver defense technology solutions in multi-source, all-domain, decision superiority market. As the lead systems integrator and a proven U.S. Government prime contractor, MAG brings operational excellence and technical understanding with program management and systems engineering expertise to manage large, complex DOD systems development and deployment contracts. For more information, please visit www.magaero.com

Offices: 12730 Fair Lakes Circle, Fairfax, Virginia 22033, US · 7065 Challenger Ave, Titusville, Florida 32780, US · 1 Bayport Way, Suite 250, Newport News, VA 23606, US · 170 Jetplex Blvd SW, Suite E, Huntsville, Alabama 35824, US · 46611 Corporate Dr, Suite 101, Lexington Park, Maryland 20653, US

ISR ServicesAviation ServicesMaintenance and LogisticsMission Sensor Operator TrainingIntegrationFleet ManagementAerial Gunnery Operations TrainingPED Liaison & AnalystsOverland Target DevelopmentOverland Operation Support
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