Advance Aerospace Defense Through Innovation – Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Software Development Analyst
Location: Schriever AFB, CO Full-Time Contract (9 Months) $50–$70/hr 9/80 Schedule
Build Software That Simulates the Future of National DefensePDS Tech Commercial is hiring a Software Development Analyst to support advanced modeling and simulation initiatives for one of the most sophisticated space defense programs in the country. Based at Schriever Space Force Base, this role is part of a cutting-edge effort to build training, analysis, and operational simulation systems supporting the U.S. Missile Defense System.
As part of an agile, mission-focused team, you’ll apply your engineering and software development expertise to projects that directly enhance warfighter training, concept development, testing, and real-time decision support tools.
This position requires a security clearance, and candidates are required to be U.S. Citizens.
What You’ll DoAs a Software Development Analyst, your role will include:
Researching and analyzing missile defense system capabilities to support simulation enhancements
Developing software tools to perform model validation, benchspaning, and system performance analysis
Contributing to the design and implementation of simulation architectures
Supporting agile software development teams and contributing to new feature development
Writing technical documentation for verification, validation, and performance testing
Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to determine and meet acceptance criteria
Troubleshooting and supporting simulation tools and environments used by defense analysts and warfighters
Presenting findings and updates to stakeholders through formal technical briefings
What You’ll BringRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) and 2+ years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 0 years of experience
Proficiency in C++ or Java and experience with scripting tools like Python or MATLAB
Familiarity with Linux-based development environments
Understanding of Agile software development methodologies
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to thrive in collaborative, high-performance teams
Preferred QualificationsExperience with missile defense simulations or Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) systems
Knowledge of discrete event simulation platforms (optimistic or conservative)
Familiarity with SQL, JIRA, Git, and Confluence
Understanding of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), Scrum, or Kanban workflows
Previous experience supporting Department of Defense simulation or command and control systems
Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect highly skilled professionals with mission-critical roles across the aerospace and defense industries. When you join us, you gain:
A competitive compensation structure with weekly pay
A 9/80 schedule that promotes work-life balance (every other Friday off)
A chance to work on groundbreaking simulation and defense projects
Full support from an experienced recruiting and onboarding team
The ability to grow your expertise alongside engineers and technologists working at the forefront of national defense
Ready to Shape the Future of Aerospace Defense?If you’re driven by technology, precision, and purpose—and want your software skills to support national security—apply now to become a Software Development Analyst with PDS Tech Commercial.
Create tools that train, test, and protect. Your code could help defend tomorrow.
Pay Details: $50.00 to $70.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
