Entry Level Programmer

job description:

Invariant Corporation is seeking a talented and motivated Sr. Electrical Engineer with at least 10 years of experience to work in a hands-on laboratory environment on a variety of technical projects related to microelectronics system design and analysis.

WHY WE’RE DIFFERENT:

Our philosophy that a company could be both dedicated to fostering a pro-employee work atmosphere and maintain an unwavering commitment to excellence by providing the highest quality of achievement in service to their customer.

WHAT IS MY JOB:

In your role as a Programmer, you will directly support a variety of Army programs working on a variety of technical projects.

• Support data collection test events in Huntsville and other various locations in the US

• Support the development of unit tests and the execution of those tests

• C++ software development, object-oriented design/development, graphical user interface development and hardware interface development

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Develop graphical user interface (GUI) code using C++ and Qt for use in sensor control and acquisition

• Become familiar with and support source control configuration control, requirements verification, and bug tracking processes

• Develop various hardware interface modules in C++ to communicate via Ethernet, RS-232, and/or USB

• Perform analysis on recorded data from test events and develop C++ modules to support performance assessment

• Work as part of a team of customers and engineers

WHAT SKILLS, LEARNINGS, AND EXPERIENCES ARE REQUIRED:

Candidate must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering or related field with up to 5 years’ professional experience or equivalent.

• C++

• Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance or Secret Clearance with PR within 5 years

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Some experience with C/C++ and/or Python

• Good communication skills, including presentation development and report writing

• Experience with printed circuit board design tools such as Altium (or similar) is a definite plus

• Additional years of experience

REQUIRES ABILITY TO:

• Ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance if currently at Secret

• Work well in a small, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment with co-workers, management, and customers

• Demonstrate innovation, quick learning, excellent communication skills and adaptive thinking

• Work independently with minimal supervision and to exercise good judgment is essential

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office, lab, field, and machine shop environments

• Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%)

• Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting for extended periods of time at desk, in telecoms/meetings with peers, management (90%)

• Ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at customer worksites and Invariant facilities during travel (10%)

EQUIPMENT AND MACHINES:

• Requires ability to operate a personal computer, telephone, printer, copier, and other general office equipment (100%)

ATTENDANCE:

• Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday

• Support will be provided as needed during this time frame, but small efforts may be required at any time to support operations

OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS;

Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is a requirement for positions requiring a Security Clearance

WHAT YOU GET IN COMPENSATION, PERKS:

• Competitive salaries: commensurate with experience

• Personal Leave (Vacation/Personal/Sick)

• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Life Insurance/AD&D

• Maternity/Medical Spousal Leave

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Ten Holidays

• Education assistance/tuition reimbursement

• Profit Sharing