About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Defense and Space Manufacturing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring a Junior Software Engineer to join a systems engineering team that defines and integrates next‑generation space communications systems. In this role you will design, develop, test, and support software used in mission‑critical MILSATCOM systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teammates, and help deliver secure, resilient capabilities for national defense customers.

• Design, engineer, analyze, and develop software prototypes and applications as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle: user stories, design, implementation, automated testing, and operational support
• Build and extend web applications and microservices to meet evolving end‑user requirements
• Work with complex algorithms and data flows to deliver optimized, maintainable solutions
• Drive continuous improvement through tool, process, and architecture recommendations
• Lead or participate in technical working groups; author meeting minutes, briefings, and track action items
• Mentor peers and share industry best practices

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Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Software development experience (academic projects, internships, or professional) covering object‑oriented design, coding, and testing
• Proficiency in one or more of: Python, Java, or Go
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks such as React or Angular
• Experience designing, developing, and deploying web applications using microservices architecture
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a passion for learning new technologies
• Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

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Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or higher clearance
• Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical field
• 1+ years of hands‑on software development experience beyond coursework or internships
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (GitLab, GitHub, or equivalent)
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Experience building secure software for DoD or Federal environments and supporting mission‑critical systems
• Experience optimizing application performance, scalability, and resiliency

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Work Environment

• Location: On site — El Segundo, CA
• Employment type: Full‑time (40 hours/week)
• Travel: Minimal
• Typical hours: Standard business hours

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Compensation

• California (El Segundo) salary range: $83,000 — $88,000 per year. Final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity.

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Benefits & Other Compensation

Confidential Client may offer bonuses, sign‑on, relocation assistance, short‑ and long‑term incentives, and discretionary payments for exceptional performance. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life/AD&D insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

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Why Join

This is an opportunity to work on high‑impact space and defense systems within a collaborative small‑team environment. You’ll be supported by experienced engineers, have room to grow technically, and contribute to projects that support national security.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision‑making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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