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The Software Engineer Manager as part of the software development team to perform software development tasks and achieve technical outcomes in support of HDUSA within an integrated team. Primary duties will include the development and modification of software to support the transition of technology in support of the US Army’s Mobile Tactical Cannon Program. The role includes executing software development and test in accordance with software requirements, hardware and software integration activities, supporting digital engineering efforts, and ensuring coordinated execution across embedded software, sensors, ballistics, targeting, and system-of-systems interfaces. Experience with U.S. ground combat vehicle systems or aerospace software is required, and prior work on U.S. artillery systems is strongly desired.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nWorking with the software team to develop critical software deliverables for Milestone Reviews and Software CDRL submissions.\nParticipating in Software Interface Control Working Groups with both HDUSA subcontractors and the customer to ensure successful integration of Software systems\nSupport the HDUSA System Safety team by leading HDUSA’s implementation of Software Safety.\nSupporting the integration of Software (including firmware) from HDUSA and external suppliers into HDUSA's System Integration Laboratory (SIL).\nImplement systems-security engineering, in conjunction with HDUSA's platform cyber security team. \nImplement in software system-level fire control requirements, interfaces, and specifications. \nParticipate in the verification and validation planning, including ballistic solution verification, timing analysis, targeting accuracy assessments, and software integration test events. \nParticipate as required in technical interchange meetings with government customers, subcontractors, and industry partners. \nIdentify technical risks associated with HDUSA software development and integration, and support mitigation planning. \nTravel to customer sites, partner facilities, test ranges, and integration events as required. \nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline.\nDirect professional experience developing or delivering ground vehicle or aerospace software solutions.\nExtensive experience on taking ownership of the whole Software cycle: writing Software requirements, code, CSCI/Unit tests and supporting SW/System integration.\nExperience developing environments incorporating Tools such as Python, RHEL (and open equivalents such as Rocky Linux), KVM and VMWare.\nDesirable experience in developing Software using GitLab.\nDesirable experience in developing Software running on both Windows and Linux.\nDesirable experience in developing Software running in a System with strong Security, Safety, and Human Factors Engineering requirements.\nDesirable experience in IP Networking/VLANs.\nDesirable experience with systems like AFATDS.\nFamiliarity with DoD acquisition processes, technical standards, and software development regulations. \nProficiency in embedded software development environments, real-time operating systems, and common development toolchains.\nExperience leading teams in the deployment of digital engineering or MBSE tools and workflows. \nStrong analytical skills and ability to communicate complex software and system behaviors in clear technical terms. \nPreferred Qualifications\nActive DoD security clearance or ability to obtain one. \nSuccessful experience delivering software solutions within the ground combat vehicle or aerospace domains.\nProven ability to develop and mature software engineering tools and processes in a growing and challenging environment. \nExperience with ground combat vehicle mission systems, vetronics, or integrated weapon subsystems. \nBackground in digital thread/digital twin environments or model-based software development. \nExperience supporting major defense acquisition programs or large-scale software integrations. \nHanwha Defense USA is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices. The salary range listed for this position represents a good faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant skills/experience, education and certifications, market conditions, geographic location and internal pay equity. In addition to base salary, employees may be eligible for discretionary annual bonuses, benefits, and other forms of compensation as part of Hanwha Defense USA's total rewards package. \nHanwha Defense USA is an equal opportunity employer. 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