Software Engineer - Naval Simulation

MAK Technologies•Orlando, FL

About The Position

You will work closely with subject matter experts, military stakeholders, and fellow engineers to deliver high-fidelity simulation environments that model surface, subsurface, and air maritime operations. In this role you will: Design, develop, and maintain software components for naval simulation systems. Implement models for naval vessels, sensors, weapons, and maritime environments. Integrate simulation software with real-time systems and/or synthetic environments. Work with simulation frameworks such as HLA (High-Level Architecture) or DIS (Distributed Interactive Simulation). Perform software testing, debugging, and validation in both standalone and integrated environments. Participate in system design reviews and support documentation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, analysts, and program managers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
3+ years of professional software development experience.
Experience with naval or maritime simulation systems (e.g., tactical trainers, wargaming, operational models).
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, C#, or Java.
Familiarity with simulation standards (HLA, DIS, SISO).
Understanding of naval operations, platforms, or warfare tactics.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering or related discipline.
Experience with physics-based modeling or environmental effects (e.g., sonar propagation, hydrodynamics).
Prior work with DoD simulation tools (e.g., JSAF, Aegis Combat System simulators, GCCS-M).
Knowledge of Agile development practices and version control systems (e.g., Git).
Active security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain software components for naval simulation systems.
Implement models for naval vessels, sensors, weapons, and maritime environments.
Integrate simulation software with real-time systems and/or synthetic environments.
Work with simulation frameworks such as HLA (High-Level Architecture) or DIS (Distributed Interactive Simulation).
Perform software testing, debugging, and validation in both standalone and integrated environments.
Participate in system design reviews and support documentation efforts.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, analysts, and program managers.