About the job
SciTec, a dynamic and innovative subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, stands at the forefront of advanced technology development, dedicated to enhancing U.S. National Security and Defense. With over forty-five years of experience, we have been instrumental in supporting Department of Defense clients by crafting cutting-edge remote sensing algorithms, tools, and methodologies that enable unparalleled data exploitation capabilities across various critical missions including missile defense, intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, space domain awareness, and aircraft survivability.
Important Notice: Please note that SciTec exclusively engages in U.S. government contracts, necessitating U.S. citizenship for all employees. We are unable to provide sponsorship or assume responsibility for employee work visa applications of any kind. Additionally, U.S. citizenship is essential for obtaining and maintaining a security clearance. Candidates who do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
We are excited to announce an immediate opening for a skilled engineer to bolster our programs focused on delivering Next-Generation Missile Warning software. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a small business that is pivotal in providing core capabilities for National defense. In this fast-paced team environment, you will engage in the end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for critical applications including Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence.
As a Senior C++ Software Optimization Engineer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the performance, efficiency, and deployability of a substantial existing C++ codebase that underpins mission-critical sensor processing systems. Your responsibilities will include analyzing, refactoring, and optimizing current software to facilitate execution on smaller, resource-constrained hardware, all while ensuring correctness, reliability, and mission performance.

