SciTec, a Firefly Aerospace Company, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security. For over forty-five years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

SciTec has immediate opportunities for talented software & algorithm developers and engineers to support programs focusing on low-latency data processing, fusion, and tracking algorithms for exploitation of remote sensing systems. Our ideal candidate will work well in multiple software languages as part of a rapid pace, collaborative, small-team environment consisting of Scientists, Engineers, and Developers and be able to prototype and develop advanced algorithms leading to eventual integration as part of government frameworks.

Responsibilities

Research new algorithms and analysis techniques for remote sensor data exploitation

Demonstrate fluent, idiomatic mastery of Python and/or C++; comfort with software design and architecture

Develop and tune Kalman filtering, tracking, and data exploitation algorithms in Python and C++

Characterize quality/performance of algorithms and sensor systems

Work as part of an Agile team and contribute to shared tools

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science

At least 5 years of ongoing professional experience technological fields (additional years of education may be substituted for years of experience)

Experience with state estimation, tracking, or Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC)

At least 2 years of academic or professional experience in C++ and Python

Fluency with Linux operating systems

Ability to work full-time in-person in Boulder, CO office location

Detail oriented

Strong oral and written communication skills

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred

A current active DoD security clearance

An advanced degree in the physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, or computer science

Professional experience with application orchestration and/or deployment to the cloud

Professional experience with Agile software development

Professional experience with the exploitation and analysis of OPIR, E/O, SAR, Spectral, RF, or other remotely sensed data

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Benefits

SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match

100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options

80% company paid Dental insurance

100% company paid Vision insurance

100% company paid Life insurance

100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance

100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance

Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance

Short-term Disability insurance

Annual Profit-Sharing Plan

Discretionary Performance Bonus

Paid Parental Leave

Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay

Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $127,000 - $193,000 / year. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VETS/Disabled.

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