Software Engineer 2 (JLVC Modernization - Improved White Cell Effects)

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Date: Aug 22, 2025

Location: Suffolk, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 25151 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $68,123.00 - $97,318.00 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

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

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to support the enhancement and modernization of the Joint Training Tool (JTT) with a focus on white cell control capabilities. The engineer will design, develop, and implement software to manage Non-Kinetic Effects (NKEs), enabling improved control, monitoring, display, and planning within the Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) training environment. The role will require collaboration with system engineers, stakeholders, and end users to ensure the JTT remains aligned with evolving JLVC standards and integrates seamlessly with visualization and data dashboard tools. This position will support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) Joint Staff J7(JS J-7) contract at our Suffolk, VA Joint Staff Complex.

Essential Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance JTT software to support:
    • Control of Non-Kinetic Effects (NKEs)
    • Monitoring of NKEs
    • Display of NKEs using modern visualization tools (e.g., Cesium-based execution maps)
    • Planning and scenario development for NKEs
  • Maintain compliance and align system architecture with current and emerging JLVC standards.
  • Implement performance improvements and optimization strategies for JTT functionality.
  • Develop software interfaces for integration with data dashboards and real-time visualization systems.
  • Participate in software design, development, unit testing, debugging, and documentation.
  • Support agile sprint planning, feature development, and software lifecycle processes.
  • Collaborate with system architects, testers, DevSecOps engineers, and operational users to ensure delivery of effective solutions.
  • Write and maintain technical documentation, software specifications, and interface control documents.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
  • Must have an active Secret security clearance.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both in a team and individually
  • Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail
  • Self-motivated and driven desire to succeed with minimal direction

Preferred Requirements

  • Strong programming skills in one or more of the following: Java, JavaScript, Python, C++, C#.
  • Experience with geospatial visualization tools or frameworks (e.g., CesiumJS, Leaflet, OpenLayers).
  • Familiarity with JLVC, JTT, or related DoD modeling and simulation environments.
  • Experience developing web-based dashboards or integrating backend systems with visualization interfaces.
  • Working knowledge of Agile methodologies and DevSecOps pipelines.
  • Experience with containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD tools.

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.

 

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.

 

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.