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 AFBBasic 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+ years of relevant experience5+ 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-sitePreferred 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 laboratoriesPlease Note: The anticipated salary range and budget for this position is $140,000 to $155,000, determined by your experience, skills, abilities, internal equity, etc. The posted salary range below is intended to show the broad range but the actual salary range and budget for this position is targeted at $140,000- $155,000 annually.
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At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”
If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.
Original Posting:July 9, 2025At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”
If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.
Pay Range:Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00The 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.