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Booz Allen Hamilton

UAS Ground Control Systems Software Engineer

springfield, VA

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Booz Allen Hamilton lists this UAS Ground Control Systems Software Engineer opportunity in springfield, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

UAS Ground Control Systems Software Engineer

The Opportunity

Build the bridge between end users and autonomous systems through the development and implementation of Command and Control (C2) applications and mission software for autonomous Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Research, development, integrate, and deployment software for the Ground Control Station (GCS) across desktop and mobile platforms. Collaborate with autonomy developers and to provide the human-computer interface across a range of DoW missions and objectives. Apply advanced engineering skills, extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members. Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have

3+ years of experience as a software developer working on Linux-based embedded or edge systems

3+ years of experience with extensible software development, including plugins, extensions, and modular design patterns

1+ years of experience developing applications using QGroundControl

Experience with software package management and configuration management tools, such as Conan and Nix

Knowledge of the UAS domain including mission planning or vehicle management

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree in a Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics field

Nice If You Have

Experience with Tactical Assault Kit (TAK) software development

Experience designing and developing user-interface workflows

Experience developing software following DevOps principles, including Agile, CI/CD, test-driven development, and using automation tools, including pipelines and runners

Master's degree in a Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics field preferred; Doctorate degree in a Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics field a plus

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

About Booz Allen

Booz Allen is an advanced technology company. We build commercial-grade products and solutions for America's most critical defense, civil, and national security priorities.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

Know Your Rights Poster Accommodations

Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application, hiring, or employment process because of a disability, a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance, or as otherwise required by applicable law should contact the Booz Allen Help Desk by calling or sending an email to We will review requests on an individualized basis and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law.

Data Privacy

For more information on how Booz Allen uses your information, please see our Careers Privacy Policy.

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springfield, VA, 22161, US

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