Software Engineer (Engineer Software 3) - 27893

Date: Mar 25, 2026

Location: Suffolk, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 27893 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $96,951.00 - $130,000.00 

Security Clearance: TS/SCI  

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.

 

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

  • Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
  • Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
  • Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
  • Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
  • Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
  • Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) and JLVC Modernization effort under the Joint Staff J7 (JS J 7) contract. This position is based at the Joint Staff Complex in Suffolk, VA and focuses on advancing next generation modeling, simulation, and training capabilities in a classified environment.

What You Will Do

•    Design, develop, integrate, and maintain software components that support simulation federation capabilities within a Top Secret enclave.
•    Modify and adapt existing tools (JSPA, JTT SIM, RTI S, JTDS OBS, TGS) to meet TS environment requirements, including:
– Data tagging and classification handling
– Secure messaging protocol compliance
– Required display banners and UI constraints
•    Implement and maintain High Level Architecture (HLA) interfaces that enable federation communication.
•    Develop protocol bridging solutions to ensure interoperability across heterogeneous simulation systems.
•    Collaborate with systems engineering and infrastructure teams to deploy and integrate software across development, staging, and production environments.
•    Support Cross Domain Solution (CDS) integration by developing or modifying services that securely exchange data between TS and SIPR networks.
•    Participate in DevSecOps processes, including CI/CD pipeline integration, automated testing, code quality checks, and secure software release practices.
•    Work closely with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with RMF, STIGs, and secure coding guidelines.
•    Support test and evaluation activities by developing test cases, troubleshooting issues, and resolving interoperability challenges.
•    Diagnose and correct software defects in complex, distributed simulation environments.
•    Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, interface definitions, and user guides.

What You Must Have

•    5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
•    Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance
•    Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior government officials, military personnel, and technical teams.
•    Proven ability to operate in high visibility, high stakes environments with a focus on timely and high quality delivery.
•    Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to propose creative solutions.
•    Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or similar.
•    Experience with distributed systems, APIs, and network based application development.
•    Familiarity with modern software development practices and version control systems such as GitLab.
•    Understanding of DevSecOps concepts and CI/CD pipelines.
•    Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices.
•    Experience developing in Linux and/or Windows environments.

Preferred Requirements

•    Experience with modeling and simulation systems, especially HLA based federations.
•    Familiarity with JLVC or other DoD simulation ecosystems.
•    Experience integrating or enhancing tools such as JSPA, JTT SIM, RTI S, JTDS OBS, or geospatial/terrain systems.
•    Knowledge of cross domain architectures and secure data transfer mechanisms.
•    Experience implementing data labeling/tagging or multi level security (MLS) requirements.
•    Background with middleware, messaging frameworks, or real time data processing systems.
•    Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
•    Familiarity with automated testing tools and DevSecOps toolchains (GitLab preferred).
•    Experience supporting software in classified or highly regulated environments.
•    Relevant technical certifications such as (Security+, Certified Kubernetes Application Developer, or similar).


The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

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

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.