Software Engineer - (middletown, RI)

Software Engineer Opportunity

Looking for a Software Engineering opportunity at a place you can make an impact every day? Discover this great opportunity in our Middletown, RI location. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact towards our military defense and safety of our sailors by discovering your new role supporting this critical mission. Serco supports the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division's PC-based Open-architecture Reconfigurable Training System (PORTS) program based in Middletown, RI. We are looking for a qualified Software Engineer to join our team. This role will be responsible for designing and developing simulation-based operator and team training systems for the US Navy. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

In this role, you will:

• Design and develop Instructor and Student Graphical User Interface (GUI) displays, controls, and functionality.
• Develop and enhance the backend simulation and modeling software to provide the appropriate data to the displays dependent upon the training scenario and situation.
• Develop and maintain interfaces between the user-facing frontend and the simulation backend software.
• Collaborate with software and systems teams to assist in the generation and review of software requirements and design.
• Develop, review, and debug software in C++ and C# for the Windows Operating System.
• Bring a working knowledge of industry standards and trends to participate in continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
• U.S Citizenship required
• BS degree in CS/CE/EE or other STEM related degree with 2 years of relevant experience or a Masters degree
• Understanding of GUI design principles and user interface development
• Experience with a software development process
• Experience working in .NET environment to develop C# applications, using the Visual Studio IDE
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Additional desired experience and skills:

• 2 or more years' experience in software development, with emphasis on object-oriented application coding in C++ and C# with WinForms and WPF frameworks
• Working knowledge with writing Engineering documentation such as Requirements and Design Specifications, Test Plans, Test Procedures, and User's Guides
• Knowledge of Navy command and control, sensor, and weapon systems
• Knowledge and experience with Virtual Machines
• Experience working with Software Configuration Management (SCM) tools
• Experience with modeling and simulation software
• Understanding of Open Architecture Concepts
• Network Protocols: CORBA, RTI DDS, DIS, HLA

If you are interested in making an impact with a passionate team, submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Company Overview: Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco's 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits, please visit: Serco Benefits. If you require an accommodation with the application process, please contact careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency: Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.