Software Engineer (Engineer Software 2) - 28263

HII's Mission Technologies division•Suffolk, VA

About The Position

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) program. In this role, you will design and develop advanced software solutions used to support critical training systems for the Joint Staff. Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies 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.

Requirements

2 years experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
Strong understanding of programming fundamentals, including object oriented design, data structures, and algorithms
Experience developing, testing, and debugging software application
Familiarity with modern development environments and source control tools (e.g., Git)
Ability to follow established coding standards and development processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Self motivated with the ability to succeed with minimal direction
Must have an active Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of C++/C# in a Visual Studio environment.
Good software debugging skills.
Experience with Docker for packaging terrain generation services, ensuring reproducible builds and environments, and isolating dependences for simulation pipelines.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub).
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 products a plus.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, document, test, and debug application software and systems
Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with hardware engineers and equipment designers
Analyze user needs and system capabilities to resolve issues related to program intent, inputs, outputs, and controls
Prepare operating instructions and develop compilers, assemblers, utilities, and operating systems
Produce well written code aligned with established coding standards
Execute test procedures, document results, and correct identified issues
Document cold starts and develop software for new and updated virtual environment courses