Navy training baseline developer (engineer software 3) 30175

Requisition Number: 30175

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $96,951.00 - $125,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Software Engineer 3 support software development across the Navy Training Baseline (NTB) product line, including JSAF, JBUS, RAVE, ERM, MDS, NEXUS, JMAC, CS3, and ATD. As part of the Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE) Software Engineering team, this engineer contributes to the design, implementation, testing, and sustainment of modeling and simulation systems that enable Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) Fleet training. This position is eligible for hybrid work.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, document, test, and debug applications software and distribute simulation systems containing logical and mathematical solutions.
• Contribute to the enhancement, integration, and sustainment of NTB products including JSAF, JBUS, RAVE, ERM, MDS, NEXUS, JMAC, CS3, and ATD.
• Perform development on Red Hat Linux platforms using Java, JavaScript (ExtJS/Vue), shell scripting, and modern IDEs such as IntelliJ or Eclipse.
• Work with technical leads and end users to implement maintainable, effective, and secure software capabilities aligned with Fleet training requirements.
• Apply modeling and simulation techniques and domain protocols, including TENA, HLA, and DIS, to support distributed training systems.
• Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with hardware/system designers to support the planning and development of electronic data processing systems.
• Analyze user needs and system capabilities to resolve issues related to program intent, input/output requirements, and programming techniques.
• Prepare operating instructions, assist in writing technical documentation, and support the creation of proposals, briefings, and user manuals.
• Ensure software standards, cybersecurity guidelines, and NCTE architecture requirements are met.
• Work is performed in an office environment typical for software engineering roles. May require on-site support at NCTE facilities.

What You Must Have

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant 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.
• Strong understanding and broad application of software engineering principles, concepts, and best practices.
• Proficiency in Java development, object-oriented design, and debugging within Linux environments.
• Experience developing multithreaded applications and working with Java-focused IDEs such as IntelliJ or Eclipse.
• Working knowledge of Git for version control and software configuration management.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in collaborative team environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with JUnit, Agile development methods, and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, SonarQube).
• Experience with JavaScript development, including ExtJS, Vue.js, and web technologies.
• Familiarity with TENA, HLA, DIS protocols or other M&S interoperability frameworks.
• Experience with scripting languages, databases, cryptographic log-on, and secure coding standards (DISA ASD STIG).
• Exposure to C/C++ or C4I systems.

Physical Requirements

Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements Software Engineer family.

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.