Minotaur Software Engineer - TS clearance
First seen by Alion on Oct 25, 2026.
This position requires an ACTIVE DoD security clearance. Applicants who do not currently hold an active clearance will not be considered.
This position is remote, United States. Ideally, candidates will reside in the Washington, DC area.
About Us: PMAT is an innovative small business founded with a passion for developing forward-leaning solutions from exceptional people that increase the mission's capability. We focus on designing and building impactful digital solutions that utilize modern cloud, data, and software concepts. Our passion is working on complex and progressive challenges such as edge platform computing, containerizing legacy platforms, distributed data platforms, or heterogeneous data analysis.
We recruit, retain, and foster a team motivated to pursue passions, investigate new ways of doing things, and embody an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. We believe in being curious about every element of a problem and experiment relentlessly. We foster continuous learning in an environment that encourages positive collaboration and expands our capabilities. We tap into collective intelligence, acknowledging that the most brilliant people may not be in the room. Above all else, we believe that delivering and demonstrating is more potent than a sheet of paper. We are passionate about mission-centric design and delivering effective capabilities to and for the warfighter.
Whether you’re an experienced engineer or just beginning your career, you’ll work alongside experts who are committed to solving mission-critical problems. If you’re passionate about using your skills to make a real difference, apply today and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of defense technology!
About the role: PMAT is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the development, integration, maintenance, and sustainment of production software in a complex technical environment. This position will support an established software system by helping maintain system availability, supporting testing and evaluation activities, investigating and tracking defects, working with users to identify issues and enhancements, providing technical guidance, coordinating system integration activities, and delivering technical briefings and demonstrations to stakeholders.
You will be a critical member of an experienced engineering team responsible for supporting and improving advanced software capabilities.
Responsibilities:- Administer and maintain Linux/Unix systems using the Command Line Interface (CLI), ensuring optimal performance and availability.
- Configure, implement, and manage Cisco network devices, including Layer 2/3 switching and routing.
- Perform advanced troubleshooting of computer and network hardware and debug graphical user interfaces by analyzing application logs and XML-based configurations.
- Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) for Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Microsoft Windows systems in accordance with applicable security requirements.
- Build and configure physical and virtual servers and workstations, utilizing existing documentation and collaborating with technical stakeholders.
- Support software integration and system interoperability across networked environments.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, including detailed instructions and diagrams, to support system operations, troubleshooting, and training.
- Provide system overview briefings and technical demonstrations as needed.
- Experience supporting, maintaining, integrating, or enhancing the Minotaur Mission Management System or similar complex, production software systems.
- Familiarity with system integration, network interoperability, and software deployment in secure government environments.
- Experience supporting complex software applications or mission-critical systems.
- 5+ years of experience as a Software Engineer.
- 5+ years of experience with C++, Java, JavaScript, or related programming languages in Linux environments.
- CCNA-level networking knowledge.
- Experience applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
- Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or other regulated technical environments.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a close team environment.
- Impact-focused, with strong problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated leadership and initiative.
- Commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality technical solutions.
- Prior experience with classified computing environments and network interfaces.
- Prior experience with cybersecurity authorization and accreditation processes.
- Prior experience with network change control and approval workflows.
- Previous leadership experience or willingness to lead and mentor others.
Education and Certification Requirements:
- Required Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field of study (CS, CIS, CSE).
- Preferred: CCNA.
- US Citizenship
- No dual citizenship
- Must hold an active TS/SCI clearance
- Remote - United States
- Washington, DC preferred
- 25%
Work Environment: PMAT offices as needed. In some cases, work in a government facility may be required. Travel may be required for customer engagement, team coordination, and potentially for business development.
PMAT is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
Salary: $115,000.00 – $175,000.00Originally posted on Himalayas