Ball Aerospace

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Senior Software Engineer - Tactical Technical Lead at Ball Aerospace (Greater Denver Area, CO)

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At Ball Aerospace, we care about the health and safety of our team members, their families and our communities. Ball Aerospace will comply with Executive Order 14042 and all team members will be required to provide proof of completed vaccination status as a condition of employment as stated within the Order, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations.

Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, Ball Aerospace pioneers discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

We create innovative space solutions, enable more accurate weather forecasts, drive insightful observations of our planet, deliver actionable data and intelligence, and ensure those who defend our freedom go forward bravely and return home safely. For more information, visit Ball Aerospace Career Site or connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

The Engineering Strategic Support Unit comprises the organizational talent and technical leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

Senior Software Engineer – Tactical Technical Lead

Ball Aerospace is looking to expand our team with a talented and energetic software engineer focused on delivering high-quality, system emulation software and associated test infrastructure. This position supports a portfolio of tactical, airborne systems. Technology areas include Embedded Linux, real-time embedded systems, Containerization, C/C++, Python, and Ruby, among others.

What You’ll Do:

Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight to a team of cross-discipline engineers.
Assist with identifying critical skill needs and work with the software department and program management to fill those needs.
Facilitate software to FPGA interface coordination and work with teams to implement defined interface design.
Ability to understand algorithmic components of the system and translate to executable code to accomplish mission goals.
Support multiple types of software development including embedded, test, and application software for tactical systems.
Perform full software life cycle functions including requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration, documentation, and support.
Mentor junior engineers and lead small teams, including decomposing and assigning tasks, reviewing work products, and tracking and reporting status.
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Support Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.

What You’ll Need:

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 or more years related experience.
Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree and/or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
C/C++, Linux application development, Python.
Containerization (Docker, ContainerD, Kubernetes), Ruby/COSMOS.
Experience in designing, developing, and testing software for systems using programming languages such as C, C++.
Experience in developing test, simulation, or data processing applications in high-level languages such as Python, Ruby, or MATLAB.
Desirable experience:
- DevSecOps
- Understanding of network architecture and Infiniband
- Understanding of GPU use for algorithm implementation
A working knowledge of Agile lifecycles and activities in each phase.
Experience with formal software development practices including the use of software configuration management, coding standards, and style guides.
Proven leadership experience at the technical, team, or organizational levels.

Working Conditions:

Ball Aerospace is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in Colorado and other states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.
Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required.

A current DoD clearance and/or SCI access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position, however applicant must be willing and eligible for submission within 60-90 days after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access. By applying to this position, you are agreeing to complete a National Security Clearance Pre-Screen Questionnaire to evaluate your general ability to obtain the required security clearance or government customer access associated with this position.

Relocation for this position is available.

Compensation & Benefits:

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $129,500 - $163,500 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.

US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Karina Corral

Diversity and Inclusion Specialist

Calling All Allies

Building DEI Structures To Last

To help build Ball’s DEI initiatives, Karina Corral starts with self-reflection. “The best way to ensure a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is to be intentional and accountable in one’s actions,” she said. “My approach in doing my part is to consistently analyze my biases, blind spots, strengths and weaknesses so that I can actively work on developing,” she added. Beyond leading by example, Corral supports the growth of Ball’s ally program — which has increased its membership by over 250 percent. “It’s a safe place to get curious about D&I and connect with peers,” said Corral.

D&I is an ever-evolving journey. Though it can seem scary at first to be vulnerable and accountable for our actions, I encourage everyone to take on the perspective of being curious.

Tony Moore

Project Engineer I - Mechanical

Education, Continued

Supporting Lifelong Learning With Work-Life Balance

How did Tony Moore complete his master’s degree and launch his PhD journey as a full-time project engineer? With Ball’s continuing education benefits, support from colleagues and bold boundaries between work and life. The foundation of Moore’s work-life-academia balance starts with open communication with leadership. “My management gave me the confidence to have conversations about boundaries and assignments, so that my schoolwork never suffered,” he said. Moore has perfected this practice by being consistent in his expectation-setting and scheduling.

By creating clear boundaries, I showed the programs I support that I always have their back. I achieve success in the academic arena — and I still enjoy the sunshine with friends.

Jennifer Deppen

Director

Organizational Change

Aligning Teams with Tech

Director Jennifer Deppen meets organizational change head-on in her daily work. “Aligning a team that is hybrid and dispersed comes down to how we use communication tools,” Deppen said. SharePoint, WebEx, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Azure are some of the many tools Ball keeps in its arsenal — along with its internal training products. Beyond connectivity and alignment, these tools empower Ball to share its legacy of expertise across the organization. “This training will help us bring 20-plus years of experience to the full business to facilitate knowledge transfer,” Deppen said.

One of the most exciting projects we’re working on rolling out is a new enterprise-wide product lifecycle management tool — it will transform the way we do business and help us to remain competitive.

What are Ball Aerospace Perks + Benefits

Ball Aerospace Benefits Overview

At Ball, we invest in what matters — OUR EMPLOYEES! A comprehensive health care and insurance benefits package provided by Ball is just one of the rewards our employees get for the time and talent they give to Ball. Additional benefits to being a part of the Ball Aerospace family include professional development programs, annual tuition reimbursement, 11 paid holidays, and 17 Ball employee networks and interest groups to promote a diverse and inclusive workforce. We also offer retirement and savings benefits, an employee stock purchase plan with a 20% company match, 401(k) and company match, and employee assistance programs such as paid parental leave. Our internship program is also top-notch, with about 100 paid internships offered each year. From our community and culture to a focus on sustainability, our employees can find a sense of belonging at Ball.

Culture

Volunteer in local community

Partners with nonprofits

Open door policy

OKR operational model

Team based strategic planning

Open office floor plan

Flexible work schedule

Remote work program

With approval, employees may work remotely as needed, temporarily, or on a more regular basis. Certain eligibility requirements exist based on the type of work and the needs of the department.

Diversity

Documented equal pay policy

Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff

Mandated unconscious bias training

Diversity manifesto

Diversity employee resource groups

Ball Aerospace has 17 employee networks and interest groups to help promote a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Hiring practices that promote diversity

Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Disability insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Mental health benefits

Our Employee Assistance Program is provided at no cost to Ball employees. The EAP is a professional service that offers confidential counseling, information & support for all types of issues.

Financial & Retirement

401(K)

Starting in 2022, Ball will contribute 5% of an employee’s eligible pay to the 401(k) after December 31 each year.

401(K) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Employees can purchase Ball company stock, up to $9,000 annually. Ball matches 20% of first $6,000 purchased by employee. Stock may be sold at any time.

Performance bonus

A 401(K) performance sharing match.

Charitable contribution matching

Ball has a matching gift program for donations through Benevity. We also match higher education contributions.

Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits

Childcare benefits

The Back-Up Care Advantage Program through Bright Horizons® provides employees with emergency back-up care when regular child care or adult/elder care arrangements fall through.

Generous parental leave

Mothers and fathers at Ball may be able to take up to 2 weeks (80 hours) of paid leave (100% of base salary) to care for and bond with a newborn, newly adopted, or newly placed foster care child.

Family medical leave

Adoption Assistance

Company sponsored family events

Vacation & Time Off Benefits

Generous PTO

Vacation accrual starts immediately and is based on service date. Unused vacation can be rolled over and accrued up to 150% of the allotted vacation time.

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Office Perks

Company-sponsored outings

Onsite office parking

Plenty of employee parking which includes electric vehicle charging stations.

Recreational clubs

Relocation assistance

Onsite gym

Professional Development Benefits

Job training & conferences

Tuition reimbursement