Software Engineer

Job Title: Mid-Level Software Engineer (ENG SW II) Job Description We are seeking a Mid-Level Software Engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile Department of War contract. The successful candidate will perform technical work that requires in-depth knowledge of coding languages and the software development life cycle. This includes performing requirements analysis, software detail design and code development, test development and execution, and problem investigation. The role requires independent work as well as collaboration with a team of highly qualified software and test engineers to design, develop, and test Scientific Analysis software used by field engineers. Additionally, the candidate may review technical ordnance documents, present program status to non-software developer audiences, and interact with internal and external customers. Responsibilities

- Perform requirements analysis, software detail design, and code development.
- Develop test plans and execute unit, module/integration, regression, and release tests.
- Investigate and solve technical problems.
- Design, develop, and test Scientific Analysis software for onboard evaluation of various Ship Subsystems.
- Review technical ordnance documents and present program status to non-software audiences.
- Interact with internal and external customers.
- Maintain a working knowledge of configuration management and quality assurance principles.

Essential Skills

- Bachelors degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics.
- Proficiency in coding languages such as Python and Java.
- Proficiency with configuration management tools such as Subversion.
- Ability to implement analytical algorithms.
- Knowledge and usage of the software development lifecycle.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Experience with tools such as Ant, Maven, or Gradle.
- Knowledge of Swing, DOORS, JIRA, XML, and JUnit or similar unit test tools.
- Experience or understanding of Inertial Navigation Systems.
- Experience in developing scientific applications, NetBeans 11, and GUI module development.
- Configuration Management experience.
- Requirements Traceability Management.
- Prior DoD/Navy software development experience, especially on the TRIDENT Submarine program.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.

Work Environment Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in office (Tues/Wed are mandatory) - 9/80 Schedule. The position may require supporting field site events.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockville, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockville, MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Rockville,MD. About Actalent

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