Junior Software Engineer

Scientific Systems Products Division is looking to fill an Entry-Level Software Engineer position in the domain of Autonomous Vehicles and Uncrewed Systems. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing software for advanced AI/ML programs relating to autonomous flight systems and crewed-uncrewed collaboration.

Scientific Systems Company, Inc. (www.ssci.com) is a leading developer of advanced technologies for navigation, mission planning and autonomy for the Aerospace and Defense industries. Founded in 1990 and based in Woburn, MA, Scientific Systems Company Inc. (SSCI) invents disruptive technologies, develops revolutionary solutions, and builds trusted products for our customer’s most challenging missions. SSCI focuses on the creation of AI/ML enabled capabilities to command, control, communicate with, and manage composable collections of intelligent agents, smart sensors, and autonomous platforms across all domains.

*Eligibility for DoD Security Clearance is required for this position*

Location:

• Northern Virginia / DC; or Boston / Burlington, MA Area; or remote with periodic travel (upon approval).

Job Duties:

• Aid in developing advanced software for multi-vehicle autonomy for complex, contested environments.
• Work as part of a team to design, implement, and test autonomy software systems for embedded uncrewed multi-vehicle autonomy.
• Support presentation of technical results to internal and external customers.
• Support other company initiatives and programs.

Requirements

Required Skills:.

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, Data Science
• 1-2 years of experience in software development/R&D of AI for Robotics, Machine Learning, Robot Planning/Optimization Techniques, and/or Autonomous Uncrewed Systems Software
• Proficiency with C/C++, Python, and (desired) relevant memory-safe languages.
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally and possess technical writing skills.
• Must be able to work effectively as part of a test team.

Benefits

Salary is competitive with market rates, with significant incentives for new business development. In addition, SSCI offers a generous benefits package, which includes Bonus Plan, 401K, and Health / Life / Disability Insurance.

Salary is competitive with market rates, with annual bonus awards based on company and individual performance. SSCI benefits package includes 401K, Health/Life/Disability Insurance.