Full-Time

Systems Test & Software Development Engineer

AI/ML Systems, RF Applications

Posted on 7/28/2025

NextGen Federal Systems

NextGen Federal Systems

201-500 employees

Federal IT solutions, software, cyber security

No salary listed

Aberdeen, MD, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid position requiring on-site work at Aberdeen Proving Ground.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
AI & Machine Learning (2)
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Required Skills
Python
Git
Machine Learning
Jenkins
C/C++
Requirements
  • 2+ years of software development experience, with an emphasis on test automation, systems integration, or validation engineering.
  • Proficiency with CI/CD tools and workflows, including Git, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar platforms.
  • Experience or strong interest in wireless communications, embedded systems, or related technical domains.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or a related field is preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance required.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain software tools using Python and C++ to enable automated testing, validation, and system integration.
  • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines to streamline the delivery of machine learning software artifacts and embedded system builds.
  • Conduct unit testing, system-level verification, and performance evaluations of AI/ML models within RF applications.
  • Participate in test planning, execution, and post-test analysis across simulated and hardware-in-the-loop environments.
  • Support technical documentation, including bug tracking, configuration change requests, and risk assessments.
  • Collaborate closely with RF engineers, data scientists, and integration teams to understand system requirements and test strategies.
  • Proactively build subject matter expertise in wireless communications, embedded systems, and AI/ML workflows.
  • Work on-site at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) to support hands-on system integration and live testing activities.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or a related field is preferred.
  • Experience or strong interest in wireless communications, embedded systems, or related technical domains.
NextGen Federal Systems

NextGen Federal Systems

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NextGen Federal Systems provides IT solutions and services to the DoD, federal government, and commercial clients. It combines services and solution development in software development, R&D, enterprise IT systems engineering, and cyber security and data management, using agile, mature processes to deliver working systems. The company differentiates itself with a defense/government domain focus, ISO 9001 and CMMI Level 3 certifications, and a mixed services/solutions model that emphasizes cost-effective delivery. Its goal is to help analysts and warfighters meet mission needs by delivering reliable, secure, and scalable IT solutions while managing internal costs.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Morgantown, West Virginia

Founded

2011

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What believers are saying

  • $22M Army contract expands NextGen's defense operations portfolio.
  • SBIR Phase III advances Air Force Weather ML platform.
  • 618th AOC contract supports USTRANSCOM requirements development.

What critics are saying

  • DARPA cancels Space-WATCH as inactive on SAM.gov within 3-6 months.
  • Booz Allen displaces NextGen on 618th AOC contracts in 12-18 months.
  • JAIC dissolution obsoletes NextGen ML via Palantir Maven in 6-12 months.

What makes NextGen Federal Systems unique

  • NextGen secured first prime DARPA Space-WATCH contract January 12, 2025.
  • NextGen partnered with Ansys for Defense and Intelligence services.
  • NextGen develops ML for eMTI data service with NGA.

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Company News

Intelligence Community News
Jan 14th, 2025
NextGen secures DARPA Space-WATCH contract

On January 12, NextGen Federal Systems (NextGen) announced the award of its first prime contract with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) for the Space-domain Wide Area Tracking and Characterization (Space-WATCH) program.

WVNEWS
Jul 23rd, 2024
Morgantown, West Virginia's NextGen joins forces with Ansys as a services partner

By partnering with Ansys, NextGen Federal Systems enhances its ability to deliver innovative solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client, officials said.

NextGen Federal Systems
Jul 23rd, 2024
NextGen Joins Forces with Ansys as a Services Partner

This collaboration formally establishes NextGen as a trusted services partner for Ansys' Defense and Intelligence market.

WVNEWS
Nov 17th, 2023
NextGen awarded 618th AOC operational analysis support contract

NextGen awarded 618th AOC operational analysis support contract.

NextGen Federal Systems
Nov 9th, 2023
NextGen Awarded 618th AOC Operational Analysis Support Contract

Through this effort, NextGen will collaborate closely with the United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) and directorates within the 618th AOC to facilitate the development of requirements, business rules, and metrics to capture and analyze data in light of system changes or deficiencies.

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