Software Engineer I

THOR Solutions, LLC is actively seeking an entry/junior-level Software Engineer I to support a program at Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) in Philadelphia, PA. The software engineer will support software development and maintenance for the Advanced Damage Control Systems (ADCS) & Mine Countermeasure Ship (MCS) Branch, Code 514. An ideal candidate has some prior software design experience in a US Navy/DoD environment and an active Secret security clearance.

Typical Responsibilities

• Using requirements and design documents, develop and modify system control software for U.S. Navy and Coast Guard vessels and associated land-based systems using the Visual Studios, RSLogix, and Java supported development environments.
• Develop databases such as MySQL, MS Access, CSV flat files for control system signal lists and code auto-generation.
• Use Git and Subversion software version control tools.
• Develop individual software unit tests from the requirements and design documents to demonstrate that the modified computer programs satisfy the requirements and design.
• Conduct software development testing following test plans and test procedures.
• Develop and/or modify computer code in the following languages: C/C , C#, Java, Visual basic, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) structured text/ladder logic, MATLAB, and PYTHON.
• Develop software programs for use in test tools and facility infrastructure tools based on customer requirements utilizing Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) structured text, Python, Visual C and Java.
  
  

Location: Onsite at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) in Philadelphia, PA.

Typical Physical Activity: Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion.

US Citizenship Required: Due to the requirements of the federal contract that this position supports, current U.S. citizenship is required. Citizenship will be confirmed via I-9/E-Verify at the start of employment.

Security Clearance Eligibility Required: This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate must either already possess an active or interim Secret security clearance (highly preferred); OR be able to obtain a Secret security clearance prior to start.

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as engineering or mathematics (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems).
• Zero (0) to two (2) years of work experience with software engineering. Ideal experience includes applying programming concepts and modern software development methodologies (e.g., agile, DEVOPS/DEVSECOPS) in a professional or academic environment.
• Possess at least ONE of the following list of certifications required to qualify as DOD 8570 Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level I:
• Certified Network Defender (CND)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA-Security)
• CompTIA A CE
• CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA )
• CompTIA Network CE
• CompTIA Security CE (Sec )
• ISC2 Systems Security Certificate Practitioner (SSCP)
• Secure C
• Familiar with:
• Visual Studios, RSLogix, and Java development environments.
• Git and Subversion software version control tools.
• C/C , C#, Java, Visual Basic, MATLAB, and PYTHON.
• Proficiency with common productivity software including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong communication skills.
  

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options)
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Resources and ID Theft benefits
• Employee Assistant and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
  
  

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

THOR is proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. THOR does not discriminate against a qualified applicant because of their status as a protected veteran, or their relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members.

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