Unmanned​/Autonomous Systems Software Architect; Engineer Software

Requisition Number: 26746

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:

Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $ - $

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 C5

ISR, 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, 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.

What You Will Do

• 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.

What You Must Have

• 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,…