Software Engineer (Engineer Software 1) - 26914
Date: Jan 29, 2026
Location: Albuquerque, NM, Remote, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 26914
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $62,790.00 - $65,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Level of Experience: College
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Summary
The Space Development group is seeking a Software Engineer to help build next generation simulation capabilities that strengthen national space superiority. You’ll develop advanced space combat and multi domain simulation tools that support force structure planning, digital test and training environments, Joint Combatant Command analysis, Space Force operations, and research into future space systems. This is a fully remote role.
What You Will Do
• Collaborate with a distributed engineering team using Confluence, GitLab, Jira, and Discourse
• Participate in code reviews and uphold high software quality standards
• Communicate progress to leadership and customers
• Conduct multidisciplinary research to support modeling and simulation objectives
• Contribute to architectural discussions and long term technical direction
• Design, develop, document, test, and debug space focused simulation software
What You Must Have
• 0 years’ experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Python
• Understanding deep reinforcement machine learning techniques
• Familiarity with neural network models using PyTorch
• Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, agile environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Requirements
• Knowledge with agent based or event driven constructive modeling and simulation
• Foundational space knowledge (orbital mechanics, coordinate systems, timing, etc.)
• Understanding of space domain awareness and space combat power
• Background in math or physics
• Knowledge within the U.S. or allied space enterprise
Physical Requirements
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.