Software Engineer Weapons Co-op

About This Role

SUMMARY
CAE USA, Defense & Security requires exceptional engineering development candidates who will create and improve Weapons System models for real-time aircraft simulation & training. This is a hands-on, full life cycle software engineering position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•    Learn from a diverse and driven team of brilliant engineers
•    Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles 
•    Create new weapon simulations using both standard and innovative modeling techniques
•    Design, develop, code, integrate and test Weapon simulations to meet system requirements
•    Maintain, upgrade, and improve existing Weapon simulations
•    Collaborate with experienced engineers to solve complex problems in agile environment
•    Develop software test procedures, software programs, and related documentation
•    Utilize modeling tools to conduct experimental tests and evaluate data
•    Perform integration and configuration of weapon simulations

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
•    Must be enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's degree (or higher level) college/university program majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Game Development or related field

•   ​ Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0

•    Provide positive contributions as part of a highly collaborative team 
•    Programming or software development experience 
•    Ability to operate in a fast -paced environment
•    Dedication to continuous learning

PREFERRED SKILLS
•    One or more of the following programming languages:  C++, FORTRAN, Ada, Python
•    Design Patterns
•    Linux OS
•    Unit Testing
•    OOA/OOD
•    UML
•    Perl
•    Gaming engine experience (Unreal / Unity / other)

SECURITY RESPONSIBILITIES
Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.  Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.  All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources. 
•     Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Highly collaborative mixed office and closed room environment. Job duties will include regular interaction with fixed base, full cockpit military aircraft simulators - including the opportunity to fly the simulated aircraft. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

CAE USA Inc. is an EOE/AA employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. 

PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 

Position Type                       

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.  

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.