Senior Software Engineer

The posting, as ENSCO, Inc. wrote it

For more than 50 years, ENSCO has been providing leading-edge engineering, science and advanced technology solutions to governments and private industries worldwide.

ENSCO prides itself in creating and applying advanced technologies for mission success. We provide systems engineering, integration, and advanced technology services to transform the future safety, security, and resiliency of critical missions on the ground, in the air, in space, and in the information systems that connect these domains.

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Position Description

ENSCO Inc. is a diverse engineering and technology company that provides engineering, science, and advanced technology solutions supporting mission success, safety, and security for government and commercial customers worldwide.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to work directly with Government mission leaders and independently governed program teams delivering elements of a critical space mission capability. Each participating organization may hold a different architecture vision, acquisition path, technical baseline, funding profile, and delivery schedule. This role creates trusted relationships and shared technical evidence needed to bring those efforts together.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space System Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide engineering analysis and SE&I leadership for secure software applications supporting DoD mission planning and operations, with emphasis on integration oversight rather than feature factory development

Serve as the Government’s technical integrator across PTS G software elements other Space Force / DoD product teams, ensuring interoperability, data flow, message correctness, and operational alignment

Lead Government coordination with prime contractors and stakeholders to define mission use cases, system constraints, and integration priorities within governed DoD environments

Develop, refine, and manage software and interface requirements for prime contractors, including:

Interface requirements and message/data definitions (e.g., schema/API expectations)

Operational constraints for IL environments and cross domain data movement

Produce and maintain Government technical artifacts used for contractor direction and evaluation, such as:

Interface Control Documents (ICDs)

Interface Requirements Specifications (IRS)

Verification cross references and req
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ernment environments

Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for Agile planning and documentation

Experience implementing Agile development methodologies in government or defense programs

Background in systems integration, interface control documents (ICDs), or system of systems engineering

Systems engineering or program management certifications such as CSEP, ESEP, PMI/PMP

An active DoD Secret security clearance or higher

Required Certifications : N/A

U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain Secret

Employment Type: Regular full-time

Background Check Type: 7 year pre-employoment

Drug Screen Required : No

Position Contingent Upon Contract Award: No

Salary Range
$121,000 — $151,000 USD

REAL ID Requirement

This position may require the ability to access to U.S. federal facilities. In accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s enforcement of the REAL ID Act, as of May 7, 2025, individuals must present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification or an acceptable alternative to gain entry. For a list of acceptable forms of identification, please click here .

Benefits

At ENSCO, a positive working environment and a competitive salary are only part of the reason for choosing a career here. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that creates a stimulating and supportive environment where you can thrive - visit ensco.com/careers/benefits to learn more.

Export Control and Licensing

This position may involve access to technology or technical data that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations and the release of which to a non US person may require an export license from the U.S. Government.

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EEO Statement

ENSCO, Inc. and its wholly owned U.S. subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers– veterans, disability