Software Engineer II/III - LA
Slidell, Louisiana
Contract
Client: Textron Systems (Electronic Systems) About the Program Textron Systems is developing the Cottonmouth® ARV—a modular, high-tech reconnaissance vehicle supporting the US Marine Corps. The ARV leverages advanced autonomy, sensors, and a MOSA platform with a Ground Vehicle Operating System (GVOS) using the Tactical Assault Kit Extended (TAK-X). It provides amphibious mobility, electronic warfare capabilities, and superior survivability. Role Overview You will participate in full-cycle software development, from concepts to lab and offsite integration and evaluation. This involves developing new ARV features, leading small projects, mentoring teammates, and directly interfacing with customers. Responsibilities:
- Develop, integrate, and evaluate software for the ARV across the product lifecycle.
- Execute complex software engineering tasks using technical acumen and problem-solving skills.
- Conduct technical reviews of work products.
- Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and leadership for small development teams.
- Interface directly with customers and participate in field testing.
- Support offsite integration and evaluation activities (travel 10–15%).
- U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain DoD security clearance.
- Bachelor’s Degree in CS, Engineering, or related field (Master’s or PhD a plus).
- Level II: Bachelor’s + 2+ yrs (or Master’s + 1 yr)
- Level III: Bachelor’s + 5+ yrs (or Master’s/PhD + 3+ yrs)
- Strong experience with embedded, robotics, autonomous, or automotive systems.
- Proficiency in C, C++, and/or Java.
- Experience with shell scripting and developing system interfaces (Network/Serial/CAN).
- Deep understanding of OOA/OOD principles.
- Git or Mercurial workflow, CI/CD pipelines, and defect tracking tools.
- Familiarity with robotics: sensors, actuators, algorithms, field integration and test.
- Experience or familiarity with MIL-STD-882E, UML/MBSE tools (MagicDraw a plus).
- Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers.
- Comfortable in Unix-based development environments.
- Experience in autonomous vehicle or robotics industry.
- Experience in field-testing and system integration.
- Hands-on experience with MagicDraw or similar modeling tools.
- Contract: $70–$95/hr. Candidates slightly above range considered (notify recruiter).
- Direct Hire/Salaries: (Level III preferred with 5+ years)
- 2 years: $100,000–$110,999
- 3 years: $111,000–$121,999
- 4 years: $122,000–$134,999
- 5 years: $135,000–$145,999
- 6 years: $146,000–$156,999
- 7 years: $157,000–$167,999
- 8 years: $168,000–$175,000
- This is an onsite position in Slidell, LA (some travel required).
- U.S. Citizens only. Security clearance required (existing holders strongly preferred).
- Indicate interest in direct hire and target salary requirement if applicable.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability.
As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.
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