STINGRAI Software Engineer (Engineer Software 4)- 29218

HII's Mission Technologies division•Bremerton, WA

2d•$123,126 - $175,000

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 Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: 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. Summary The Software Engineer designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software applications and systems that rely on logical and mathematical solutions. This role engages in multi‑disciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and hardware engineers to support the planning, development, and use of electronic data‑processing systems for both product and commercial software. The engineer analyzes user needs, evaluates system capabilities, and develops operating instructions, compilers, utility programs, and operating systems. Additional responsibilities include maintaining software performance, ensuring compliance with standards, implementing open‑systems approaches such as the Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE), and executing technology insertion activities to enhance system capabilities. STINGRAI: Advancing Mission Success Through Intelligence, Innovation, and Operational Excellence Every day, HII helps U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) and its mission partners stay ahead of evolving threats by delivering the intelligence, technology, and operational expertise needed to protect U.S. interests across the Western Hemisphere. Join our team on STINGRAI and support mission-critical operations through advanced intelligence, surveillance, cyber, engineering, and all-domain capabilities that strengthen regional security, enable informed decision-making, and help defend our nation today while preparing for tomorrow's challenges.

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.
Experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software systems or applications.
Strong understanding of logical/mathematical modeling as applied to software development.
Experience working collaboratively with hardware engineers or multidisciplinary teams.
Proficiency developing compilers, operating systems, or system‑level utility programs (desired depending on project).
Experience implementing or working with FACE or other open‑systems architecture frameworks.
Strong knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps practices.
Ability to analyze requirements, evaluate feasibility, and develop mathematically sound solutions.
Experience implementing technology refresh or modernization activities.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams.
Ability to coordinate software installations and validate performance against specifications.
Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, document, test, and debug applications software and systems based on logical and mathematical models.
Conduct multi‑disciplinary research and collaborate with hardware engineers and equipment designers on electronic data‑processing systems.
Determine user needs and analyze system capabilities to resolve issues related to program intent, outputs, inputs, programming techniques, and controls.
Develop operating instructions, compilers, assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems.
Conduct software maintenance activities to improve performance and reliability.
Ensure software meets established engineering and quality standards.
Analyze user needs and software requirements to evaluate feasibility within time and cost constraints.
Implement Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE) standards to enable open‑systems military aviation solutions.
Plan and execute technology insertion and refresh activities to enhance system performance and capability.
Collaborate with systems analysts, engineers, and programmers to understand system limitations, performance needs, and interface requirements.
Design, develop, and modify software systems using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes.
Coordinate software system installations and monitor equipment performance to ensure compliance with specifications.
Incorporate software‑development best practices including Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies.
Develop specialized software for image and video manipulation and enhancement as needed.
Additional duties as assigned or required.