Software Engineer

MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.

Software Engineer – TS/SCI Clearance Required

Location: Aurora, CO (On-site)Clearance: Active TS/SCI (or transferable Top Secret)Salary: $150,000 - $175,000 with full benefits (W-2)

About the Program

This organization’s Air & Space Defense Systems division specializes in multi-domain integrated air and missile defense, advanced sensors, space-based systems, hypersonics, effectors, and cyber solutions. The team supports a wide range of air, space, and missile defense missions, delivering leading-edge capabilities in detection and sensing, command and control, and precision engagement.

Within the Space Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) sector, the focus is on information superiority from space, multi-mission automation and orchestration, multi-intelligence (Multi-INT) data fusion, and resilient, secure data management for next-generation space systems.

Position Overview

The organization is seeking a Software Engineer to support the modernization and upgrade of a complex, mission-critical hardware/software system. The selected engineer will help design, integrate, and test advanced software solutions that enhance system performance, reliability, and security across multiple domains.

This role is 100% on-site in Aurora, Colorado.

Key Responsibilities

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Upgrade and maintain software versions for COTS (Commercial Off-the-Shelf) and FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) components.

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Develop, integrate, and test software updates for large-scale mission systems.

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Support upgrades to both software and hardware infrastructure to ensure mission continuity and performance optimization.

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Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers, architects, and program leaders in an Agile environment.

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Participate in DevSecOps and CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery) processes to support secure, iterative development.

What You Will Learn

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Exposure to advanced software technologies and cutting-edge defense systems.

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Hands-on experience with DevSecOps pipelines and modern automation tools.

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Application of software lifecycle management best practices on large-scale defense programs.

Qualifications You Must Have

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Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).

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8+ years of relevant software engineering experience.

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Experience developing object-oriented software using Java.

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Experience with Visual Basic and Python.

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Working knowledge of Oracle databases.

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Familiarity with both Windows and Red Hat Linux operating systems.

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Experience with development tools such as Jira, Git, and Eclipse.

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Active and transferable TS/SCI clearance (or Top Secret eligible for crossover).

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U.S. citizenship required due to security clearance restrictions.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.