Location

Philadelphia, PA - PA US (Primary)

Job Description

TDI Technologies, Inc. is seeking candidates for a Software Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and delivery of Machinery Control System (MCS) software for DDG-51 Arleigh Burke Class Destroyers. The selected candidate will be interfacing with U.S. Navy civilian software and systems engineers, support contractors, U.S. Navy ships force, OEMs, and engineering management. The selected candidate will contribute to all aspects of the software life cycle including but not limited to requirements definition, software development, documentation, testing, deployment, support, and maintenance.

As a valued member of TDI, you will join a team of diverse professionals noted for their achievements, innovation and excellence that will support the development of your career as you grow your technical skills. TDI employees have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to teamwork that is rewarded with a generous benefit package, fun employee activities and volunteer opportunities, and flexible work schedules. We strive to maintain a solid work/life balance - family is important.

We are a three-time recipient of Great Place to Work® and Fortune Magazine Best Small & Medium Workplaces™ list (2020-2022). Earning a spot means that TDI is one of the best companies to work for in the country.

As we continue to grow, we also continue to promote from within in the areas of Cybersecurity, Digital Forensics, Engineering Services, Research & Development and Software Design & Development.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, ID Theft Protection, Prepaid Legal, Pet Insurance, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development, Paid Vacation, Paid Holiday, and Paid Sick Leave

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain working knowledge of the DDG-51 Machinery Control System
• Design, develop, test, install, and maintain Machinery Control Systems software and supporting software products
• Work with Microsoft Visual Studio and version control (Git)
• Identify and document software and system related problems
• Resolve software problems through debugging, research, and investigation
• Provide distance and onsite support of software problems
• Prepare and maintain new and/or existing software requirements
• Write, review, and maintain technical documentation such as user manuals, product specifications, and training materials
• Participate in special projects as required

Job Requirements

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Support systems engineering efforts for ship control network design, test, analysis, optimization, and life cycle management

2. Work within a team to troubleshoot complex problems in networked systems and test operational software

3. Support systems level testing of multiple versions of software and manage defect identification and correction

4. Review and analysis of technical documentation related to currently fielded and future systems

5. Provide technical input to the design of future user interfaces and system features

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor of Science Degree in an engineering discipline - Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science is required.

2. 1-3 years of experience in controls, networks, or software related engineering

3. Experience with system integration and/or industrial controls, networks, automation, or cybersecurity is preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Successful applicants must either have an active government security clearance or the ability to receive approval upon position acceptance.

2. Must have a valid US passport or the ability to obtain one upon position acceptance.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Essential Skills:

1. Software development and operation within Linux and Unix based systems (strong ability to navigate and script in Real Time / Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL))

2. Software development ability in Java

3. Scripting with bash, shell, (also sed, awk, perl)

4. Creating user interfaces using the Java Swing GUI toolkit

5. Ability to read and compare Software Requirement Sheets (SRS) with code

6. Shell scripting (primarily bash, also ksh and csh)

7. Experience using Oracle or other SQL-based databases in applications development

8. Understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems integration with software

9. Ability to work with Model View Controller (MVC) design patterns, rapid development frameworks

10. Understanding of TLS, SSL, and encrypted communications protocols

11. Experience managing software baselines using version control tools such as SubVersion or Git

12. Network data exchange using TCP/IP, UDP, protocols, experience with Unicast, Broadcast, Multi-Cast transmissions

13. Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail for documentation

14. Willingness to lead a team and convey technical problems and solutions to a variety of team members

Additional Preferred Skills:

1. Software development in C++ (utilizing GNU Compiler Collection preferred)

2. Familiarity with agile software development practices

3. Knowledge of CORBA (particularly Java IDL), LDAP, and/or RTI DDS technologies

4. Cisco IOS networking software and switch configuration

5. Experience with vessel integration and control systems for maritime or naval applications

6. Virtualization experience (ESXi and other VMWare products)

7. Experience with "hard" and "soft" real-time systems

8. Familiarity with Cygwin

9. Ability to write in vi text editor

Travel:

This position may require up to approximately 25% travel.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

TDI Technologies, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including, but not limited to: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, use of family and medical leave, or military status including protected veteran status and will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

20 - 30%