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Software Development Engineer
Leidos
Gaithersburg, MDPosted Aug 20, 2026 · 3h ago$70k – $126k
Full-time$70k – $126kMid LevelOn-siteAerospace
About this role
Leidos is seeking a Software Development Engineer to modernize the FAA's air traffic control system, focusing on the ERAM technology that powers the Next Generation Air Transportation System. You will develop and maintain critical software for air traffic management, improving system availability, performance, and collaboration for controllers and the flying public.
What we are looking for
6- Develop and maintain FAA air traffic control software (Ada95/C++) on UNIX/Linux
- Modernize AT control system by improving ERAM availability and performance
- Optimize flight controller collaboration and decision-making capabilities
- Real-time programming on high availability systems
- Low-level operating systems customization (RedHat, LINUX)
- Python, C++, Linux skills required
Skills mentioned
3PythonC++Linux
Work authorization
No visa sponsorship is available.
Must be authorized to work without sponsorship.
Requires a Public Trust security clearance.
