Digital Research Engineer

Ingalls Shipbuilding • Newport News, VA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

Design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software. Set operational specifications, and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. We are seeking a Research Engineer to join our Digital Innovation team and help drive cutting-edge solutions that leverage emerging technologies. In this role, you will explore, prototype, and develop innovative concepts that support strategic business objectives. You will work in an Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to rapidly iterate and deliver high-impact solutions. This position requires a strong technical foundation, creativity, and a passion for solving complex problems through research and experimentation. Key responsibilities include:
Conducting research on emerging technologies and evaluating their potential for business applications.
Designing and developing prototypes to validate concepts and demonstrate feasibility.
Collaborating with product owners, designers, and engineers to translate ideas into actionable solutions.
Applying Agile principles to manage iterative development and deliver incremental value.
Documenting findings and presenting recommendations to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience; Master?s Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience
• One of the following may be used as an equivalent to Bachelor's Degree for Information Technology Related Positions Only: NNS Apprentice School graduate Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience A relevant professional certification can be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 2 years professional experience, Master's degree and 0 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in software engineering, research, or technology innovation roles.
• Master's degree and 0 years of relevant professional experience.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and iterative development practices.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and propose innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IoT, AR/VR/XR, Cloud.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern development tools.
• Background in rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept development.
• Familiarity with data science workflows and ML Ops principles.
• Strong analytical and research skills with a track record of innovation.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research on emerging technologies and evaluating their potential for business applications.
• Designing and developing prototypes to validate concepts and demonstrate feasibility.
• Collaborating with product owners, designers, and engineers to translate ideas into actionable solutions.
• Applying Agile principles to manage iterative development and deliver incremental value.
• Documenting findings and presenting recommendations to stakeholders.

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more.
• Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level