Software Engineer 4 - 28482

HII's Mission Technologies division•Virginia Beach, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations. HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe. 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. Come Join HII!! Where hard stuff is done right! HII Unmanned Systems (HII UxS) is seeking a software engineer to support the next generation of maritime autonomy. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and testing autonomy solutions for unmanned maritime products. You will be actively engaged in developing the future of our Unmanned system product portfolio. Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software. Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems. Ensures software standards are met.

Requirements

9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
6+ years hands-on experience in software development and architecture design
In-depth knowledge of programming languages such as C++ and Python
Experience with Data Distribution Service (DDS)
Experience with Linux operating systems
Experience with Atlassian tools
Strong knowledge of version control
Experience with virtualization and containerization
Debugging expertise with hard-to-reproduce whole-system problems.
Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a government clearance
Ability to successfully function in a team with cross-functional team members and multi-tasking.

Nice To Haves

Experience with autonomous systems
Experience with maritime technology
Experience with maritime robotics

Responsibilities

Designing, developing, implementing, and testing autonomy solutions for unmanned maritime products.
Demonstrate the ability to be creative and innovative by designing, developing, and maintaining solutions to complex autonomy problems for HII UxS products.
Be responsible for software product and customer deliverables.
Document software development requirements, design, and implementation.
Enhance features and fix existing defects for customer.
Effectively communicate findings, problems and solutions to functional, project teams, as well as external customers.
Coordinate with system, firmware, hardware and other engineering teams to implement the highest quality software solution.
Participate in all phases of product development as needed such as reviewing requirements, design, usability, risk assessment and defects.
Follow software development process and best practices.