Software Engineer (Engineer Software 3) - JLVC Mod Fed Optimization for Virtual & Cloud Environment

Requisition Number: 25159

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $83,028.00 - $115,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Senior

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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Who Are We

The Software Engineer will play a critical role in modernizing the DDJT-managed JLVC (Joint Live Virtual Constructive) federates for a new computing environment that supports future Joint Force events, including the FY27 Joint Force objective. The goal is to reduce hardware sustainment costs, modernize system architecture for compatibility with virtualized and cloud-based platforms, and implement a DEVSECOPS pipeline to support secure, continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD). This position requires expertise in software development, cloud-native application design, and the use of modern engineering methodologies to migrate legacy server-client systems to containerized, modular, and scalable solutions.

This position will support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) Joint Staff J7(JS J-7) contract at our Suffolk, VA Joint Staff Complex.

What You Will Do

• Refactor and re-architect legacy federates to operate in cloud-native and virtualized environments.
• Migrate existing standalone and server-client systems into containerized applications (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Develop and maintain software solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Design and implement DEVSECOPS pipelines (CI/CD) for efficient and secure software delivery.
• Integrate automated testing, code analysis, and container orchestration into the development workflow.
• Redesign legacy UI components for improved usability, accessibility, and supportability.
• Transition from hardware-intensive graphical interfaces to modern web-based user interfaces.
• Apply a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) to increase interoperability, maintainability, and flexibility of federates.
• Collaborate with systems and cyber teams to ensure software components align with open standards and DoD mandates.
• Work closely with system engineers, cyber architects, and exercise planners to gather requirements and align technical solutions with operational goals.
• Document software architecture, technical design decisions, and development best practices.

What You Must Have

• 5 years experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Experience in refactoring legacy systems and implementing microservices architectures.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python, JavaScript).
• Experience with Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or DoD Cloud equivalents)
• Experience with Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Demonstrated experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.)
• Experience with Version control systems (Git)
• Familiarity with Modular Open Systems Approaches (MOSA) and DoD software architecture standards.
• Knowledge of simulation and training environments, preferably JLVC or similar federated simulation systems.
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both in a team and individually.
• Solid organizational skills, including attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and driven desire to succeed with minimal direction.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.