Jr. Software Engineer (Modeling & Simulation)

The Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) Discrete Event Simulation (DE Sim) program provides an end-to-end simulation of all components of the BMDS. DE Sim is part of the Joint Research and Development Contract (JRDC), at the Missile Defense Integration & Operation Center (MDIOC) on Schriever AFB, CO. A Junior Software Engineer is needed to develop modeling and simulation products for DE Sim. Tasking includes design, development, unit testing, integration support, and documentation. Responsibilities include: * Develop simulation software to model various missile defense system components. * Develop software that facilitates mission planning and post-game analysis for a variety of wargame events. * Assist in system-level integration and testing. Required Skills: Qualified candidates must have the following: - Must have 2 - 4 years experience in any/all phases of software development including requirements analysis, design, code, test, and integration - Proficient in C++, developed on a UNIX environment - Able to work both independently and in a team environment - Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Qualified applicants will be subject to a background investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for classified information. U.S. Citizenship is required. Must have or be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Desired Skills: * Experience in any/all of the following software areas: modeling & simulation, real-time development, parallel computing, GUIs, databases, infrastructure. * Experience with any/all of the following skills: Java, PC-based development, CMMI. Raytheon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor. To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE ©2008 Raytheon Company. All rights reserved. Raytheon is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes a wide diversity of applicants. U.S. citizenship and security clearance may be required.