We are currently seeking a Firmware Developer to support Link 16 SSA capabilities at NIWC Pacific. 

Essential Functions/Job Duties:

• Assist with analysis of existing and emerging Operational and Functional requirements to support the current and future systems capabilities and requirements.
• Assist with Risk Analysis for implementation of program requirements
• Assist with requirements analysis and modeling (RAM) techniques
• Collaborates with GVT Software Development Leads to determine programming objectives
• Develops code that supports the objectives and requirements to provide optimal functionality
• Edits and improves upon code in existing software programs and applications
• Ensure code is error-free, readable, efficient, and logically organized for ease of access
• Operate debugging software and seek out root cause of error in coding sequences
• Perform detailed, manual checks of code

Equipment Used:

• Test and Development Tools
• Computer, Keyboard, Mouse. Microsoft Office tools

Typical Working Conditions:

• General office environment
• Computer/Equipment lab

Essential Physical Tasks:

• Ability to lift 10 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Potential domestic travel 10% of the time by automobile, air, etc.
• Ability to use a personal computer, keyboard and mouse on a consistent basis.

Written Communications:

• Operates standard computer based business tools (including but not limited to Microsoft Word and Excel) effectively.
• Proficient in the development of White Papers and Technical Documentation 

Verbal Communications:

• Demonstrates excellent clear and concise verbal communication skills.

Skills/Qualifications:

Required experience:

• Development and sustainment of MIDS JTRS Link16 and Operational Environment waveform software.
• Experience with Quartus, Vivado and Vitis to support VHDL/FPGA
• Successful results in software development using C++ and Python Programming Language
• Experience in all phases of military data link integration; testing, requirements analysis, definition, design specifications, integration, system installation, and training for complex military systems.
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Preferred Qualifications:

• RF fundamentals familiarity

• RF test tool familiarity

• Test automation scripting experience

• Perform Software Development using Object Oriented and C++ programming languages to implement system requirements

Customer Interface Activities:

• Suitable inter-personnel and customer service skills required to interface with corporate customers.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the Customer, NIWC-Pacific Center's staff, and peer contractor personnel.

Project Management / Staff Supervision Tasks:

• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks to ensure optimum productivity
• Ability to document and track project time lines and milestones

Work Schedule:    9/80

Minimum Education Requirements:

• High School or GED
• Bachelor of Science in relevant technical field desired

Pay Range: $80,000.00 to $140,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship is required

Security Clearance:

Candidates must have an active clearance OR  the ability to obtain a US Government TS/SCI security clearance, and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active TS/SCI security clearance is highly desirable. 

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer