Introduction:: Job Title: Air Systems Software EngineerJob Location: Arlington, VAClearance Level Secret/with SAR eligibility/ *Must be a US Citizen*Travel: Estimated 5-10 %Company Description ACT I, a Great Place to Work-certified company, is a government contractor focused on the employee experience and delivering excellence to our clients and customers. This team is where you can contribute to mission-driven programs anchored by purpose and pursue personal and professional development. ACT I has been providing solutions for high profile defense programs such as the F-35 since 1998, and offers competitive salaries and very comprehensive benefits packages. #ACTIinAction Overview / Job Responsibilities:: ACT I is currently seeking a software engineer with experience working on Department of Defense programs to support the F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office (F-35 JPO). The F-35 Program) is a joint, multi-national program and is the Department of Defense's (DoD) focal point for defining affordable next generation strike aircraft weapon systems among the USAF, USN, USMC, and United States allies composed of seven cooperative international partners: the United Kingdom, Italy, Netherlands, Canada, Australia, Denmark, Norway as well as Israel, Korea, Belgium, Poland, Singapore, and Japan. The programs objective is to develop, produce, deploy, and sustain a family of highly common and affordable 5th Generation strike fighter aircraft that meets the operational needs of the USAF, USN, USMC, and international services.This position will have primary responsibility to support the development and fielding capabilities that improve the effectiveness of the F-35. This position will work closely with the F-35 Chief Information Officer. The position requires a Secret clearance with eligibility for SAR. Minimum Qualifications:: Education and ExperienceBS. Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Software EngineeringKey Responsibilities:Provide F-35 software development leadership and oversight to integrate and sustain F35 capability improvements At least 6 years of software engineering experienceExperience with Agile Software DevelopmentExperience/familiarity with DevSecOps, JIRA, and Confluence.Experience with Object Oriented design and analysis using UMLFamiliarity with DoD software quality / performance metrics.Ability to facilitate team training in use of software analytic tools per Carnegie Mellon Software Engineering Institute methodology / standards Experience with the integration of on-board sensorsUnderstanding development and maturation techniques for algorithms and data linksKnowledge of weapon functionality and interface and embedded operation softwareTrained in the use of Earned Value Management System (EVMS) as well as experience using EVMS Desired Qualifications:: Have experience with Agile Software Development, Cloud Migration, and the integration of aircraft subsystems to deliver combat capabilitiesDemonstrate an ability to thrive in a high paced team environment and the ability to work independently while prioritizing and supporting multiple tasks Additional Information:: DisclaimerThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Company OverviewACT I is anEqual Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. ACT I does not and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by law.