Software Development Lead

Software Development Lead – FAA Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM)

Leidos is seeking a Software Development Lead to work as a member of a dynamic team in Eagan, MN, on the development and maintenance of software that improves aircraft runway and terminal congestion. The role will support the Federal Aviation Administration’s FAA Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM), a surface management solution that enhances air traffic operations in the National Airspace System.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the FAA air traffic control display software within an object-oriented environment (primarily C++/Java) on a UNIX/Linux platform.
• Perform software development as needed for the TFDM system.
• Provide support for system engineering activities.
• Develop the design for the user interface framework, including client- and server-side components.
• Work in an Agile Scrum environment.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Experience in object-oriented design and development in C++ and Java.
• Experience following a documented Software Development Process.
• Experience using version control tools such as Git, Subversion or CVS.
• Experience with UNIX and Linux operating systems.

Desired Skills

• Experience developing graphical user interfaces using Qt.
• Experience in Ansible, shell scripting, and Python.
• Development experience in other computer languages (C, Ada, Perl, etc.).
• Familiarization with the Atlassian Tool Suite and JIRA.
• FAA air traffic domain knowledge.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.