Applications Programmer, Junior

Applications Programmer, Junior – Trimitron Corporation

On-site in Norfolk, VA

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

Trimitron Corp is seeking a highly capable Applications Programmer (Junior) to support the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific’s Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Division. This role is responsible for designing, developing, modifying, testing, and documenting complex application programs that directly support PNT mission systems, data workflows, and operational tools. The ideal candidate brings strong programming expertise, experience solving complex application challenges, and the ability to develop high‑quality, reliable software in a mission‑critical environment.

• Develop, modify, and enhance application programs supporting NIWC Pacific PNT systems and mission workflows.
• Design procedures and solutions for complex programming problems, considering system capacity, performance limitations, operating time, and mission requirements.
• Design, code, test, debug, and document applications at high levels of complexity.
• Ensure all applications meet performance, security, and reliability standards required for Navy and DoD environments.
• Evaluate applications for quality assurance, identifying defects, performance issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support PNT engineers, analysts, and program managers by developing applications that enable precise navigation, timing, modeling, and mission analysis.
• Implement software solutions that align with PNT system architectures, data structures, and operational requirements.
• Ensure all software development activities comply with NIWC, Navy, and DoD cybersecurity and configuration management policies.
• Support the modernization of PNT applications by contributing to migration planning, refactoring, and system optimization efforts.
• Produce clear, comprehensive documentation for application design, code, testing procedures, and user guidance.

• Three (3) to six (6) years of directly applicable experience in application programming or software development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Advanced degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• Strong proficiency in designing, coding, testing, and debugging complex applications.
• Experience evaluating applications for quality assurance and performance.
• Ability to solve complex programming challenges using analytical and computational techniques.
• Strong understanding of system limitations, performance considerations, and secure coding practices.

• Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or NIWC programs, especially in technical or mission‑critical environments.
• Familiarity with PNT systems, modeling tools, or Navy software development environments.
• Experience with secure coding, configuration management, and DoD software development standards.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to mission‑critical defense projects, work alongside highly skilled professionals, and engage in challenging systems engineering tasks that directly impact national security operations.

We offer competitive pay and generous benefits including a comprehensive medical insurance package, 401(k) with company match, employee assistance program, and company‑paid benefits.