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Overview/ Job Responsibilities

Entarian is seeking a Software Developer - Space Weather Scientific Software to support the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Space Warfare Directorate.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Researching and developing space weather science phenomenology modeling, prediction, and forecast from science algorithms/prototypes into operational software applications, and advancing current R2O practices in methodology, processes, tools, etc.

Hands-on coding as well as technical management of interacting with customers.

Designing, developing, integrating, and maintaining space weather science applications and perform full life-cycle software development activities.

Work is located at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM, but can be performed remotely with travel to Kirtland AFB up to 2 times per year up to 2-3 weeks.

Salary range: $110,000.00 - $122,000.00

Minimum Qualifications

US Active Secret level clearance

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Minimum 5 years of experience in general software engineering development in delivering mission-critical system applications, preferably science-based systems supporting NOAA/NASA/DoD

Familiarity with AGILE software development practices with the ability to use and maintain make-based build tools and SCM-Git for large-scale and distributed software development

Experience in developing with C/Fortran/C++, and Python in Linux environments

Excellent verbal written communications skills

Must be self-motivated and adaptable in a dynamic hybrid R&D and production environment

Experience in developing Cloud-native applications and helping to mature DevSecOps and Platform Engineering practices

Ability to rescue/reverse-engineer troubled scientific code

Experience working with multiple stakeholders and gathering detailed user requirements

Desired Qualifications

Master's degree

Experience or background in space weather science

Javascript/HTML/CSS web programming experience

Knowledge in conducting and managing system-level testing

Knowledgeable about information assurance practices in compliance with best practices security policies and procedures

Familiarity with research-2-operations (R2O) methodology

GitOps, and other foundational AWSGovCloud technology

About Us

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

Join the Mission and Start your Career Journey: Apply Directly via our Careers Portal Connect, Referrals & Inquiries? Email the team: careers@entarian.com

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.