Full-Time

Application Programmer

Posted on 9/8/2026

CompTech

CompTech

Program management and technical services for government

Compensation Overview

$90k - $98k/yr

+ 401(k)

No H1B Sponsorship

Huntsville, AL, USA

In Person

On-site at Redstone Arsenal.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Cybersecurity
Requirements
  • Six years of progressive experience in application programming, application development, application systems analysis, or a closely related technical discipline demonstrating advanced proficiency.
  • Demonstrated experience reviewing, analyzing, modifying, debugging, and supporting programming or application systems.
  • Experience developing application specifications and translating user or operational requirements into technical solutions.
  • Experience identifying application inputs, processing requirements, and output requirements.
  • Experience implementing and supporting application software and associated system components.
  • Experience coordinating application testing, validation, and implementation.
  • Experience creating technical diagrams, flowcharts, process documentation, or similar materials used to support programming and application development.
  • Experience troubleshooting complex application and system issues.
  • A bachelor's degree or applicable equivalency of four additional years of relevant experience.
  • One applicable commercial baseline certification, such as ISC2 CISSP or CompTIA CASP+.
  • An active Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
  • Review, analyze, and modify programming systems to support organizational application requirements.
  • Perform encoding, debugging, installation, configuration, and modification activities associated with application systems.
  • Develop detailed application specifications based on technical, operational, and user requirements.
  • Identify required application inputs and define appropriate outputs to meet user needs.
  • Analyze existing applications and programming systems to identify required modifications or improvements.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex application, software, configuration, and system-related issues.
  • Oversee the implementation of required hardware and software components for approved applications.
  • Coordinate testing of application systems to validate functionality and successful implementation.
  • Develop and maintain development diagrams, flowcharts, process flows, and technical documentation for programmers and other technical personnel.
  • Provide technical guidance and support throughout application modification, testing, implementation, and maintenance activities.
  • Coordinate with programmers, system administrators, infrastructure teams, cybersecurity personnel, and end users to resolve application-related issues.
  • Support the maintenance, configuration, security, backup, recovery, and reliable operation of systems supporting enterprise applications.
  • Assist with monitoring application and system performance and resolving performance or availability issues.
  • Ensure application changes and implementations comply with applicable technical, cybersecurity, and organizational requirements.
Desired Qualifications
  • Additional certifications relevant to technical support, desktop support, or Department of Defense cyber workforce requirements.

CompTech is a service-oriented program management and technical services firm that supports government agencies, municipalities, and commercial clients by improving infrastructure, accelerating information delivery, managing programs, and securing data. It works across eight practice areas—such as program management and acquisition, software development and sustainment, infrastructure, data and database services, and facility management—delivered from its Centerville, Ohio headquarters and more than 30 U.S. locations. What sets CompTech apart is its portfolio of certifications—ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, NIST 800-171 compliance, and a CMMI Level 3 rating—paired with a record of large federal awards from agencies such as the Defense Logistics Agency and Defense Health Agency. The goal is to build lasting relationships with clients of all sizes while delivering reliable program management and technical support.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Kentucky migrated 12 PSAPs by April 2026, validating Allerium’s rollout speed and stickiness.
  • Comtech reported five straight quarters of positive operating cash flow by June 2026.
  • March 2026 and June 2026 bookings lifted backlog to $696.1 million and visibility near $1.1 billion.

What critics are saying

  • June 2026 Gilat deal leaves Comtech dependent on regulatory approvals and execution through Q4 2026.
  • Comtech cut about 24% of workforce by April 2026, signaling a still-fragile turnaround.
  • December 2024 Marine Corps contract litigation exposed receivables risk; another customer dispute can cripple liquidity.

What makes CompTech unique

  • Comtech’s Allerium won Kentucky NG9-1-1 in April 2026, proving public-safety depth.
  • Comtech’s March 2026 Oklahoma renewal extends NENA i3 call routing across 22 centers.
  • Comtech retains cyber-focused assets after June 2026, narrowing into mission-critical communications expertise.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Stock Options

Company Equity

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support