Position Title: R&D Software Developer,Assc

Employee Classification: R&D Software Developer,Assc

College/Division: Physical Science Laboratory

Department: 470725-PSL TELEMETRY MISSILE SYSTEMS

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Commensurate with qualifications.

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.00

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Summary:  Join the TMS team as a PSL R&D Software Developer, Assc

Classification Summary:
Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision, performs assigned tasks related to providing functional and empirical analysis related to the design, development, and implementation of software operating systems on a classified project, including but not limited to, utility software, development software, and diagnostic software. Participates in the development of test strategies, devices and systems.

Classification Standard Duties:
Works as part of a Government/contractor team. Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision, performs task such as: Full lifecycle application development. Designing, coding and debugging applications in various software languages. Software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software review, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, software reliability analysis. Object-oriented Design and Analysis (OOA and OOD). Software modeling and simulation. Front end graphical user interface design. Software testing and quality assurance. Performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation. Support, maintain and document software functionality. Integrate software with existing systems. Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation. Project Planning and Project Management. Maintain standards compliance. Implement localization or globalization of software. Work is routine and instructions are usually detailed. Little evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required of this classification.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience: No previous work experience required.; Equivalency: None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. Understanding of the University's mission, vision and goals.
Short- and long-term planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation and presentation; interpersonal and organizational communication, both oral and written.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Works as part of a Government/contractor team. Using established procedures and working under immediate supervision, performs task such as: Full lifecycle application development. Designing, coding and debugging applications in various software languages. Software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software review, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, software reliability analysis. Object-oriented Design and Analysis (OOA and OOD). Software modeling and simulation. Front end graphical user interface design. Software testing and quality assurance. Performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation. Support, maintain and document software functionality. Integrate software with existing systems. Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation. Project Planning and Project Management. Maintain standards compliance. Implement localization or globalization of software. Work is routine and instructions are usually detailed. Little evaluation, originality or ingenuity is required of this classification.

Preferred Qualifications

Current DoD Secret Security Clearance
Additional experience with telemetry software and experience in interfacing with hardware.
Additional experience with ERP Software, production workflow optimization, or automation.

Special Requirements of the Position
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must maintain clearance throughout employment
- Position is subject to random drug testing in compliance with its drug-free workforce requirements.
- This position has been established as a primary key position under the “All Hazard Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)” and is essential to operational continuity and/or recovery. In an emergency situation, primary key positions are required to report to work unless directed by supervisor or public safety authorities not to report for health and safety reasons.

Department Contact:  psl_hrs@psl.nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Shift: Other Shift

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed indoors.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.