Senior Mission Systems Software Engineer

Redwood Strong LLC offers a hybrid role based in Roanoke, TX (3-4 days in office), with a flexible schedule and a full benefits package. The position supports flight-test related programs where extended hours beyond a standard 40-hour week are common due to flight test operations and program/customer deadlines. Compensation starts at $140,000/year.

What you’ll do

As a Senior Mission Systems Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain software for OMS-enabled mission systems. You will integrate with external system simulators to ensure functional workflows, then help deliver features through a CI/CD environment aligned to a Government-approved backlog.

• Build and maintain software applications for OMS-enabled systems
• Partner with simulator teams to validate integrated functional workflows
• Develop capabilities within CI/CD and implement backlog-driven features
• Support requirement decomposition into actionable backlog entries (definitions, dependencies, estimates)
• Implement functionality for external system API integrations, security requirements, and operational performance needs
• Support functional, security, integration, and automated testing across the CI/CD pipeline
• Develop and maintain metrics instrumentation covering development, operational, security, and functional performance
• Provide technical inputs for PMRs, Capstone reviews, Demonstration Readiness Reviews, and Software Technical Development Package (STDP) artifacts
• Contribute to Interface Documentation, the Software Development Plan (SDP), the Software Test Plan (STP), and architecture refinement
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including design reviews, demos, PI planning, and sprint reviews

Skills and qualifications

This role is designed for engineers who can work independently or collaborate effectively in a team environment and break down large scope into executable tasks. You will need strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to communicate clearly and support documentation for Government deliverables.

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7+ years of software engineering experience on defense or aerospace programs (or Master’s + 5 years)
• Secret clearance (required); Top Secret/SCI preferred
• Up to 25% travel (required) to customer or teammate sites
• Proficiency with C/C++, Java, and Python
• Experience with real-time embedded systems
• Strong background in distributed systems, APIs, services, and cloud-native architectures
• Experience with Agile development, user stories, backlog practices, and CI/CD delivery
• Familiarity with cybersecurity controls, RMF-aligned development, and relevant DoD guidelines preferred
• Ability to generate technical documentation for CDRLs, PMRs, and Government-facing artifacts
• Knowledge of DO-178 is a plus
• Track record of writing high-quality, well-tested code while optimizing for performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the TS/SCI level is required for the position

Tools you’ll work with

• C/C++, Java, Python
• CI/CD
• APIs
• Cloud-native architectures

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance

Position details

• Job type: Full-time
• Work location: Hybrid remote in Roanoke, TX 76262 (3 days/week in office)
• Travel: Up to 25% (required)
• Pay: From $140,000/year
• Education: Bachelor’s (required)
• C++ experience: 4 years (required)

Application screening: Are you willing to come in to the office in Roanoke, Texas three days a week?