F-16 MTT Software Engineer - 26817

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Date: Jan 23, 2026

Location: Phoenix, AZ, Arizona, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 26817 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $111,399.00 - $155,000.00 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Senior 

 

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

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain high‑fidelity visual and geospatial databases that power real‑time simulation, flight training, and immersive environments for the F‑16 Mission Tactics Trainer (MTT). This role blends software development, geospatial engineering, and 3D visual database creation, with a strong focus on performance, accuracy, and reliability in secure environments.

 

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with visual/spatial database development, Python‑based tools and GUIs, and 3D terrain, imagery, and cultural feature integration for simulation systems.

Why This Role Is Important

The F‑16 Mission Tactics Trainer is a critical training asset for U.S. and allied pilots. The visual and geospatial databases you build directly impact mission readiness, realism, and training effectiveness. Your work ensures pilots train in environments that accurately reflect real‑world terrain, threats, and operational conditions—ultimately strengthening national defense and aircrew survivability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop visual databases including terrain, 2D/3D cultural features, moving models, and special effects for day, night, NVG, and IR applications.
  • Integrate, debug, and optimize database modeling issues to ensure real‑time performance.
  • Build real‑time 3D geospatial databases for simulation and training by incorporating geospatial source data and cultural feature files.
  • Apply geospatial engineering best practices, testing, and data development to improve data quality and support distributed teams.
  • Implement and support APIs between internal and external system components.
  • Contribute to Agile development processes, including SDLC activities, debugging, and analysis.
  • Prepare and present technical findings and recommendations to leadership.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What you must have

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 9 years of relevant experience; OR

  • Master’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience; OR

  • PhD/JD and 4 years of relevant experience; OR

  • High school diploma/equivalent and 13 years of relevant experience.

Technical Knowledge

  • Strong proficiency in Python, including data processing and automation libraries.

  • Experience developing or supporting GUI‑based software tools.

  • Hands‑on experience with geospatial data processing, imagery handling, and coordinate systems.

  • Experience with distributed simulation applications, scheduling tools, and environment generator applications.

  • Experience developing software that uses distributed simulation protocols (e.g., DIS, HLA).

  • Experience developing visual databases, geospatial systems, or simulation environments.

  • Experience developing real‑time simulation software.

Credentials

  • Must have an Information Assurance Training (IAT) Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+) or higher to start. 

  • Must have current or active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to Special Access Program / Special Access Required (SAP/SAR).

  • Must be U.S. Citizenship 

Preferred Requirements

  • Experience with Esri ArcGIS Pro, CityEngine, or similar geospatial tools.
  • Holda an Information Assurance Training (IAT) Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+) or higher.
  • Background in procedural modeling and rule‑based city/feature generation.
  • Experience supporting DoD simulation, modeling, or training programs.
  • Familiarity with Agile development practices and version control systems (Git, Perforce).
  • Experience managing large‑scale geospatial or imagery datasets.
  • Experience in the DoD simulator community.
  • Experience supporting SAP efforts.

Physical Requirements

Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements Software Engineer family.

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.