Unmanned/Autonomous Systems Software Architect (Engineer Software 6) - 26746

HII's Mission Technologies division•Port Hueneme, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Joint Forces Integrated Solutions (JFIS) team! This role is primarily onsite with potential hybrid flexibility, and requires working Pacific Time Zone. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering high quality software solutions that support mission critical systems. You’ll work closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and fellow engineers to translate complex requirements into scalable, maintainable, and reliable software. This position is ideal for someone who is curious, innovative, and passionate about building robust systems — and who enjoys mentoring junior engineers and contributing to architectural direction.

Requirements

20+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 18+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 15+ years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 24 years relevant experience.
Strong proficiency with modern artificial intelligence (AI) systems, including large scales language models, and applications.
Deep understanding of best practices across the full software development lifecycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, testing, and operational support.
Hands on experience with prototyping (e.g., Python), developing real time executable code (e.g., C++), and conducting application testing.
Experience working in both cloud and edge computing environments.
Experience with automating development and testing workflows using AI driven tools and MATLAB.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing real-time or near real-time software for distributed uncrewed and/or autonomous systems.
Experience designing globally distributed control systems in multi-level security environments across multiple organization.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, document, test, and debug software applications and systems.
Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with hardware and systems engineers.
Analyze system capabilities and resolve issues related to program intent, data flow, and technical constraints.
Prepare operating instructions and technical documentation.
Develop compilers, assemblers, utilities, and operating system components.
Ensure adherence to software engineering standards and best practices.
Provide creative, practical technical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
Communicate technical approaches and findings to internal and external stakeholders.
Serve as a primary technical contact on major projects and coordinate with senior personnel across organizations.
Support production environments and troubleshoot issues across the full development lifecycle.
Mentor Associate Software Engineers and support team development.
Contribute to system architecture discussions and long term design strategy.