Engineer/Scientist II
About The Position
Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver. We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technology expertise with the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies to accomplish mission objectives. Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world. Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within. Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Engineer/Scientist II to provide engineering, systems support, and software development expertise for a US Navy software maintenance initiative in the Norfolk, VA area. This role supports mission‑critical Navy and joint operational readiness activities, applying advanced engineering and analytical skills to help modernize, develop, sustain, and test complex defense systems.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, Network Security, Information Systems, or Computer Science
- Candidates with software or computer‑focused degrees must be actively working toward one of the following within 18 months of assuming duties: Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM) Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) OR (with COR approval) one vendor/platform‑specific certification such as: Microsoft: MCSD, MCAD, MCDBA Sun Certified Professional (SCP) Red Hat Certification Program (RHCP) Cisco: CCNP, CCDP Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) Certified SAFe/Agile Software Engineer Certified SAFe DevOps Practitioner Certified SAFe Architect AWS Foundational, Associate, or Professional certifications
- Three (3) years of experience in software development and maintenance, including: Systems/equipment support, Test & evaluation support
- One (1) year of technical experience supporting a software development and maintenance project/program (This year of experience may be achieved concurrently with the above requirements.)
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance
- Strong analytical skills, problem‑solving abilities, and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively across technical teams and customer environments
- Commitment to structured development practices and disciplined engineering methodologies
Nice To Haves
- Experience with DoW C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems strongly preferred.
- Relevant industry experience supporting complex solutions may be considered with COR approval.
Responsibilities
- Support software development, sustainment, and modernization activities across project efforts
- Conduct systems/equipment support, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment activities
- Perform test & evaluation support including documentation, data analysis, and reporting
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and refine technical solutions
- Apply engineering principles to model, assess, and improve mission and maintenance workflows
- Support government customer objectives through disciplined engineering, testing, and project execution
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
- Education stipends and referral bonuses
- Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
- Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
- Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
- Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
