Software Engineer (Engineer Software 2) - 27792
HIIAbout the role
Requisition Number: 27792
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $78,405.00 - $90,000.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
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Summary
Mission Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) and JLVC Modernization efforts under the Joint Staff J7 contract. This role contributes directly to advancing next generation modeling and simulation capabilities across Joint, Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) environments.
What You Will Do
• Design, develop, test, and maintain software components for the JNKE PSF Effects Server and related simulation systems.
• Build algorithms and data processing pipelines that transform Non Kinetic Effects (NKE) and MSEL injects into interoperable simulation outputs.
• Develop and integrate modules aligned with JLVC Federation Object Models (FOMs).
• Engineer and maintain data models to support enhanced NKE simulation needs.
• Ensure interoperability across distributed simulation environments using HLA, DIS, and SISO standards.
• Collaborate with Space, EMS, and Cyber domain experts to structure data for simulation use.
• Support integration of the SISO Cyber Data Exchange Model within the simulation framework.
• Perform verification and validation of data models, interfaces, and simulation outputs.
• Optimize systems for scalability, reliability, and real time performance.
• Participate in architecture design reviews, documentation, and technical discussions.
• Provide technical support during integration events, tests, and operational demonstrations.
What You Must Have
• 2 years relevant 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 communication skills and ability to coordinate with senior government and military stakeholders.
• Ability to navigate complex environments and meet deadlines.
• Critical thinking skills with a focus on innovative problem solving.
• Experience developing in a Linux environment.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as Confluence, Jira, and Git.
• Proficiency in Java and JavaScript.
• Understanding of NodeJS and ReactJS.
• Working knowledge of C++/C# within Visual Studio.
• Strong debugging skills.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 is a plus.
• Must have an active Secret Clearance.
Preferred Requirements
• Experience with M&S systems, LVC architectures, or government/military training environments.
• Experience integrating LVC solutions and simulation interoperability tools.
• Background with live training ranges, networ
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