Applications or Programming Analyst

Job Description
BAE Systems under the High-Performance Computing Modernization Program Integrated Technical Services Contract II (HITS-U II) directly supports the DoW's High-Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP) mission. We deliver world-class commercial, high-end, high-performance computational capabilities to the Department of Defense's (DoW's) Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) community at the DoW Supercomputing Resource Centers (DSRCs).

Currently we are seeking Applications or Programming Analysts to support the Army Research Lab (ARL) DSRC located at the Aberdeen Proving Ground Maryland. The selected Analyst will provide a high degree of technical support and professionalism to the research communities of the ARL DSRC. This includes, but is not limited to, helping researchers debug and maintain application scripts, installation and compilation of software and general job submission procedures to successfully meet their High-Performance Computing (HPC) research requirements. Respond to complaints, requests, troubleshooting, etc.

The selected candidates should also be able to diagnose and resolve general computational technical problems which can vary from a simple to a complex nature with associated software on HPC. Utilize a wide variety of skills and software tools regarding computing on large-scale systems: not limited to but including bash or csh scripting and automation, and software problem diagnosis and resolution. Install, configure, compile, maintain, and support computer software (COTS, GOTS, and open source), which may include software upgrades in accordance with specifications, and perform testing as required. Occasionally develop and maintain documentation, including configuration changes, as needed. This position also assists in the implementation of new technology on Supercomputers, HPC Clusters, in the infrastructure, and on machines used to maintain the clusters.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Requirements:

• Bachelor or higher degree in Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering or related field preferred
• 3-5+ yrs related expereince

In-depth knowledge of at least one scripting language such as Bash, Csh, Ksh.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge and experience with the Linux Operating Systems, preferably on a large scale (100+ servers) environment (Cray, IBM, HPE,...).
• Knowledge of HPC scheduling Software such as either SLURM, PBS, LSF, or Condor
• Knowledge of HPC Parallel libraries (MPI, OpenMP)
• Fluency in a programming language (e.g. C, Fortran, Python, PERL)

Nice to Have Skills:

• Some knowledge of GPGPUs.
• Ability to perform benchmarks for both cluster hardware and software performance
• Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) frameworks

A successful candidate should be customer service oriented, attentive to detail, self-motivated and work well in teams. They must be flexible in their approach to finding solutions, possess the ability to understand and act on the customer needs and priorities, and have the capacity to learn new technologies.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.