Leidos is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support the Integrated Threat Warning Laboratory (ITWL) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. As the lead developer for the Hardware in the Loop (HITL) sensor testing environment, you will play a key role in advancing the lab’s capabilities to evaluate cutting-edge missile & laser warning systems. This position requires hands-on software development and close coordination with government customers and technical teams supporting critical Department of Defense initiatives.

Please note: Candidate must be willing and able to work 100% on-site.

Primary Responsibilities

Maintain and evolve the ITWL’s primary hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) system for electro-optical sensor evaluationModernize system architecture using object-oriented design principles and current C++ standardsDesign and develop scientific and control software in C++, C, Matlab®, and PythonIntegrate and troubleshoot hardware APIs and vendor device interfacesSupport sensor testing, data acquisition, and research and development (R&D) efforts through custom application developmentImplement TCP/IP Winsocket client/server communication for Ethernet-based control systemsDocument designs and conduct software testing to ensure quality and reliabilityCollaborate with technical leads and customers to refine requirements and deliver project milestonesOperate independently and contribute to a small, focused development teamWork fully on-site at Hangar 4B on Wright-Patterson AFB

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related technical field with 8+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 6+5+ years of software development experience, including:Proficiency in C++ with object-oriented programming (inheritance, polymorphism)Experience with C for hardware and API integrationKnowledge of TCP/IP networking and socket-based communicationFamiliarity with development environments such as Embarcadero C++ Builder or Microsoft Visual StudioStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesMust be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a DoD Secret clearanceWilling and able to work 100% on-site

Preferred Qualifications

Active DoD Secret clearanceExperience with Matlab® and Python for scientific or data-driven programmingKnowledge of optical or electro-optical systemsUnderstanding of the software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, and testing phasesExperience supporting R&D environments or test laboratories

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Original Posting:July 9, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.