DCSA Front-End UI​/UX Developer; Software Engineer

Job Information

• Requisition Number: 27268
• Required Travel: 0 - 10%
• Employment Type:
  
  Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
• Anticipated Salary Range: $ - $
• Security Clearance:
  Secret
• Level of
  
  Experience:
  
  Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5

ISR systems.

HII - Mission Technologies is seeking a talented Front-End Developer who also has strong UX/UI design skills to join our team. This role bridges design and development, ensuring that our applications are not only functional and performant but also visually appealing and user-friendly.

• Develop responsive, high-quality web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate wireframes and prototypes into functional code.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Ensure accessibility, cross-browser compatibility, and performance optimization.
• Implement and maintain design systems and reusable UI components.
• Conduct user testing and iterate based on feedback to improve user experience.
• Work closely with back-end developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless functionality.
• Assist with the creation, enhancement, and maintenance of web applications.
• Work closely with designers, backend engineers, and data scientists to build holistic user experiences.
• Troubleshoot customer reported issues in applications and providing support.
• Write unit tests and conduct quality assurance testing.
• Leading development of classification marking and access-control tooling.
• Mentoring junior developers and improve team development processes.
• Analyzing system requirements and supporting architecture documentation.
• Performing full lifecycle development and troubleshooting.
• Working independently or as part of a collaborative development team.
• Reviewing and testing software components to ensure adherence to design requirements and documenting test results.
• Resolving software problem reports and implementing corrective actions.
• Utilizing software development and design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.
• Providing input to system-level design decisions, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, and the use of COTS/GOTS in place of new development.
• Conducting requirements analysis and synthesizing system-level requirements into individual software components.

• Security Clearance - A current Secret level U.S. Government security clearance is required with ability to upgrade
• U.S. citizenship
• At least 5 years of experience in Software Engineering, Modern Front-End Frameworks and Libraries (e.g. Vue, React, Angular), and a Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• IATT Level 2 Compliance:
• Must possess or be able to obtain within 60 days of start of employment (CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or SSCP.)
• Experience with the agile software lifecycle.
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Nexus, Maven).
• Has a proven ability to learn quickly and works well both independently as well as in a team setting.
• Problem solving skills and ability to review information and compile data appropriately as needed.
• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1-2 days per month in Odenton, MD.
• Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites. (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, Youtrack, Github, etc.)
• Current Top Secret level U.S. Government security clearance.
• Comfortable working on a linux command line.

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone, video, and in-person meetings.
• Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds (e.g., moving laptops or small equipment).
• Ability to travel as required (if applicable).
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods while performing job duties.
• Visual acuity to review detailed code and documentation on screens.

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.…