Senior Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Bring your passion for space! Redwire is accelerating humanity''s expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations."¯ LoadPath,"¯a Redwire business unit,"¯is accelerating humanity''s expansion into space specializes"¯in the development of modular open system architecture, rapid spacecraft design"¯and"¯development, and custom missions, payloads,"¯and"¯applications."¯They offer"¯tailored, innovative, and end-to-end capabilities, backed by a proven track record of successful deployments and operations over the past nine years, they have"¯become"¯one of the leading firms for digitally engineered spacecraft and satellite design."¯ Summary We have a current opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer located in Colorado Springs, CO. In this role you will be significantly improving the Space Force''s Space Domain Awareness. You are working with a team focused on building the replacement system for the Space Force''s Space Defense Operations Center (SPADOC) space situational awareness computer system established in 1979 at the North American Aerospace Defense Command''s (NORAD)."¯ This is really focused on the digital side of building a space domain awareness platform to allow the Space Force Guardians to use more apps, do more digital work, and ingest traditional and non-traditional data sources."¯ The role will put brainpower on developing new applications that can provide awareness of improves monitoring of space objects, increases satellite debris, enhances safety of space operations, and accelerates analysis of space objects and their behaviors. Description The successful candidate will be required to execute, refine, and supervise the processes and procedures of Software Engineering operations in a customer environment throughout the operational lifecycle of mission applications. The candidate will be required to possess demonstrable leadership skills and the ability to work constructively and collaboratively across multiple functional and technical areas to achieve a positive impact on program goals and business results. Qualified applicants must be able to skillfully navigate continually evolving priorities, facilitating reliable and consistent mission application data processing in a complex computing environment. Applicants will exercise comprehensive technical assessment and incident escalation procedures in order to meet or exceed prescribed Performance Requirements Standards (PRS). Through the application of technical and critical thinking skills, expert knowledge, and highly innovative approaches to resolving complex problems, the ideal candidate will be integral to ensuring the uninterrupted performance and stability of mission processors and their associated IT infrastructure. Though this is an 8x5 position, applicants must be available to provide occasional out-of-band call-in support as required. Responsibilities Design, develop, and implement AWS cloud-based applications using a variety of modern technologies Develop, implement and document technical solutions through analysis and understanding of impact to the end-product/solution Manage out-of-band call-in support requests and execute other related supporting duties as required Coordinate and collaborate with teammates, customers, and external stake holders as required to ensure timely restoral of mission applications and associated functions to a fully operative state Collaborate with team members from all parts of the development lifecycle, from development to operations, solving technical challenges, and providing and receiving guidance and mentorship Design a process of build, test, integration, and deployment of software baselines using best practices and customer specifications, including definition of processes, metrics and automation Research, design and develop complex enterprise-level web applications built on relational and unstructured databases Transform complex customer requirements into working, maintainable solutions Cultivate technical competency throughout the team as well as customer satisfaction and confidence through the influencing and encouragement of innovative solution development that positively impacts program goals and business results Requirements BS or MS degree in software engineering, computer science, or related field; experience may be substituted for education Minimum 5+ years of experience Experience using programming languages such as: Java, C/C++, C/.NET, Python, Javascript, Ruby on Rails, or other similar languages TS/SCI with Polygraph or Polygraph-consent Desired Skills Mission-specific technical knowledge and operations experience DevSecOps experience in AWS or other virtual environments ITIL v3 Foundation or Higher Certification Proven experience and proficiency with one or more of the following disciplines in an enterprise environment: Script development and implementation (e.g. PyThon, XML) Usage and support of Enterprise Maintenance Management tool(s) Proven experience and proficiency with one or more of the following disciplines in an enterprise environment: Unix, Linux, and/or Windows based OS and application management Troubleshooting of complex and interconnected systems Strong customer service skills and customer relationship management experience to work with former and active duty Intelligence analysts Familiarity with Agile software development methodology, processes, and techniques Excellent organization, communication and writing skills, and have the ability to express yourself in technical debate with peers Excellent teamwork and collaborative skills, with the ability to lead and manage the effort of others when necessary Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence. Pay Range $100,000-?? How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy) Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant''s level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay. Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status. All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR"¯Click Here Current and in-scope TS/SCI clearance with either favorably adjudicated CI Polygraph or Consent to Polygraph signed upon hiring.

Created: 2025-11-15