Software Engineer – Journeyman (TERPS)

Apply Description Software Engineer – Journeyman (TERPS) At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team! Job Summary B&A is seeking a Software Engineer – Journeyman to support the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA) Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS) Production Software . This is a full-time, off-site/remote position. If you are interested and meet the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply for this exciting and impactful opportunity. Anticipated Award: September 2026 Anticipated Start: September 2026 Period of Performance: 1 Base Year + 2 Option Years Location Off-site/Remote Responsibilities The Journeyman Software Engineer will support the design, development, testing, maintenance, and enhancement of NGA's TERPS production software capability. Working as part of an Agile software development team, this position will develop and maintain application functionality, services, integrations, and automated tests supporting aeronautical and geospatial data processing. Develop, modify, test, debug, and maintain software applications, services, and microservices. Develop application functionality, APIs, database interfaces, and data integrations. Support ingestion, processing, validation, and exchange of aeronautical and geospatial data. Support software integration with relational and spatial databases. Participate in Agile sprint planning, development, testing, demonstrations, and backlog activities. Develop and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end automated tests. Use GitLab or similar source-control platforms for software development and configuration management. Support automated CI/CD pipelines, software builds, security scans, and deployments. Troubleshoot software defects and implement corrective, perfective, and adaptive maintenance changes. Support remediation of security vulnerabilities and software quality findings. Develop and update technical documentation, test results, release documentation, and deployment information. Collaborate with senior engineers, Software Architects, technical SMEs, and other team members to deliver software capabilities. Education and Experience 2-5 years' experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Experience developing, testing, debugging, and maintaining software applications. Experience with modern programming languages and software development frameworks. Experience working with databases, APIs, and application integrations. Familiarity with Git-based source control and modern software development practices. Experience or familiarity with automated software testing and CI/CD concepts. Ability to work effectively within an Agile software development team. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with technical team members. Preferred Experience with AWS, OpenShift, containers, Kubernetes, or similar cloud technologies. Experience with PostgreSQL/PostGIS or other relational/spatial databases. Experience with web-based application or microservices development. Experience working with GIS, geospatial, aeronautical, aviation, or terrain data. Familiarity with DAFIF, DVOF, DTED, SRTM, TanDEM-X, AIXM, or comparable datasets. Experience supporting Federal Government and/or DoD software programs. Familiarity with secure software development, DevSecOps, RMF/A&A, or vulnerability remediation. Security+ Certification Security Clearance No security clearance required; must be eligible to meet applicable HSPD-12/Tier 1 requirements for CUI access. More About B&A: Notable Clients B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more. Benefits and Programs B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution. B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include: The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more A formal mentorship program Job shadowing and cross training opportunities Brand Ambassador program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more Monthly teambuilding events B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award. EEO B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities. EEO is the Law B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.