Software Engineer
MANTECHAbout the role
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Software/Digital Engineer to join our team in the Cape Canaveral, FL area.
This position will support the USSF Space Systems Command (SSC) National Security Space Launch (NSSL) program in Cape Canaveral, FL, driving digital transformation and enterprise modernization for mission-critical defense systems. Focusing on Digital Engineering and Data Strategy, this role operationalizes defense data strategies, leverages AI/ML and cloud-native architectures to accelerate decision-making and performs the data modeling and cloud integration verification necessary to execute comprehensive strategic modernization plans.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge digital engineering solutions for the Space Systems Command and the broader Launch Enterprise.
Drive the complete digital transformation lifecycle, from initial strategy and concept ideation through to successful system integration and operational adoption.
Contribute to process development, roadmap refinement, and efficient sprint execution within an agile framework.
Coordinate seamlessly and communicate effectively with diverse, multi-organizational teams to achieve common strategic goals.
Actively contribute hands-on to accomplish complex tasks while also sharing your expertise to help others develop their skills.
Work individually and collaboratively on full-stack engineering solutions encompassing frontend, backend, databases, and modeling.
Serve as the central hub and integrator for the digital engineering team, maintaining a holistic view and ensuring all components align perfectly.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in software or digital engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related STEM discipline. 1.5 years of Software or Digital experience may be accepted in lieu of each 1 year of education/degree requirement
10+ years of experience as a systems engineer, technical project manager, or in other related areas.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional years of experience leading global missions in defense innovation, cyber operations, and artificial intelligence.
Master of Science in a highly analytical field, such as Operations Research.
Proven track record of managing high-budget portfolios and supporting massive defense enterprise scaling across multi-domain operations.
Expertise in integrated development, security, and operations practices, agile program leadership, and zero-to-one innovation execution.
Experience building strategic alliances with defense industry partners, academia, and technology startups to advance joint all-domain operations
Clearance Requirements
Must be a U.S. citizen with an active Secret clearance, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
Frequently communicate with co-workers and management to exchange accurate information.
Responsibilities
- Develop cutting-edge digital engineering solutions for the Space Systems Command
- Drive the complete digital transformation lifecycle
- Contribute to process development and efficient sprint execution
- Coordinate and communicate with diverse teams to achieve strategic goals
- Contribute hands-on to complex tasks and help others develop their skills
- Work on full-stack engineering solutions
- Serve as the central hub for the digital engineering team
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in software or digital engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related STEM discipline
- 10+ years of experience as a systems engineer or technical project manager
Skills mentioned
About MANTECH
About Us: At MANTECH, we believe national security demands more than technology—it requires an unwavering dedication to the mission and the warfighters who defend it. For nearly 60 years, we have considered our work a matter of public trust, engineering the strategic advantage needed to secure the nation, protect our communities, and advance global health care. The modern battlespace is complex, volatile, and deeply interconnected. When federal managers, intelligence professionals, and military leaders face unrelenting operational hurdles, they don’t need a vendor. They need a trusted advisor who has navigated these high-stakes environments before. We bring battle-tested credibility and a sense of urgency to every challenge, helping our heroes overcome their toughest battles to achieve ultimate success. Engineered for Mission Success: We continually innovate to deliver high-tech solutions across the Defense & Space, Intelligence & Homeland Security, and Commercial sectors: * Cyberspace Superiority: Full-spectrum operations built to anticipate aggressive digital threats, secure critical supply chains, and dominate the domain. * Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI): Transforming fragmented data into near real-time, actionable insights that accelerate decision-making at the tactical edge. * Digital Modernization & Systems Engineering: Utilizing Agile DevSecOps and advanced digital twinning to build resilient, cloud-native architectures from the ground up. Powered by Mission-First Talent: Our depth is rooted in the people who live the mission firsthand. Comprised of more than 9,000 talented employees around the world, nearly 40% of our workforce are veterans. Many others join us directly from the Intelligence Community, Homeland Security, and commercial agencies. We understand your challenges because we know your world firsthand. MANTECH | Always Advancing