Job Description

Company Information:

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

The Software Engineer II supports the design, development, integration, and sustainment of software for Slingworks - Next Generation Perception System (NGPS) programs operating in a classified environment. This role contributes across the full software lifecycle, including requirements analysis, software design, implementation in C/C++, integration with hardware and systems, and verification/validation activities. The engineer collaborates with internal teams and external customers to support requirement refinement, prototype development, and delivery of mission critical APS capabilities.

Responsibilities and Tasks:
• Provides software engineering input to the Embedded Software product team through development, testing, and validation activities
• Develops and maintains C/C++ and Python applications and embedded software for new features, system upgrades, and end of life replacements
• Supports interpretation and implementation of internal and external customer requirements
• Reviews and becomes familiar with existing codebases, including subcontractor or partner developed modules
• Writes high quality, maintainable source code within established deadlines and company policies and guidelines
• Performs unit testing and integration testing prior to release
• Troubleshoots reported issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
• Identifies, documents, and proposes solutions for software defects
• Contributes to development and execution of test plans, procedures, and verification reports for qualification and acceptance testing
• Supports laboratory testing on breadboards, mock ups, and system integration test setups
• Creates and maintains task lists and engineering documentation
• Assists with system integration, field testing, and system level troubleshooting
• Collaborates closely with systems, hardware, electrical, and test engineering disciplines

Education, Experience, License, or Certification:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 2+ years of related experience
• Experience with C/C++ and Python software development
• Candidate must hold or be able to obtain a SECRET security clearance
• Experience in embedded, real time, or hardware adjacent software environments preferred
• Experience working in classified or defense environments is a plus
• Experience supporting integrated hardware software systems beneficial
• Experience with GPU programming such as OpenCL is beneficial

Skills and Abilities:
• Proficient in software development processes including requirements, design, implementation, and test
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and structured engineering processes
• Solid understanding of interactions between software and hardware components
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a classified environment following security procedures
• Ability to work daily onsite in software integration lab when required

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
• Flexible Vacation & PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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