STINGRAI Software Engineer (Engineer Software 2) - 29228

coordinating installations, and integrating modern development practices such as Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps. The engineer may also develop software supporting image and video manipulation.

This requisition supports hiring at multiple experience levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected applicant's qualifications, experience, and skill sets.

STINGRAI: Advancing Mission Success Through Intelligence, Innovation, and Operational Excellence

Every day, HII helps U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) and its mission partners stay ahead of evolving threats by delivering the intelligence, technology, and operational expertise needed to protect U.S. interests across the Western Hemisphere. Join our team on STINGRAI and support mission-critical operations through advanced intelligence, surveillance, cyber, engineering, and all-domain capabilities that strengthen regional security, enable informed decision-making, and help defend our nation today while preparing for tomorrow's challenges.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, document, test, and debug software applications and systems with logical and mathematical foundations.
• Conduct multi-disciplinary research and collaborate with hardware engineers and equipment designers on electronic data-processing system development.
• Determine user needs and analyze system capabilities to resolve issues related to program intent, outputs, inputs, programming techniques, and controls.
• Develop operating instructions, compilers, assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems.
• Perform software maintenance activities to enhance performance, stability, and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with software engineering standards, quality guidelines, and development best practices.
• Analyze user requirements and evaluate design feasibility based on schedule, cost, and resource constraints
• Implement Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE) standards to deliver open-systems military aviation solutions that improve delivery speed and affordability.
• Plan and execute technology insertion and system-refresh activities to enhance system capabilities.
• Collaborate with systems analysts, engineers, and programmers to identify system limitations, capabilities, and interface requirements.
• Design, develop, and modify software using scientific and mathematical models to predict design outcomes and impacts.
• Coordinate software system installations and monitor equipment performance to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Apply Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies to modernize software development processes.
• Develop software for image and video manipulation and enhancement as needed.

• Level 2: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• Level 3: 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.
• Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Professional experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications or systems.
• Strong understanding of logical and mathematical modeling as applied to software architecture and algorithm development.
• Experience collaborating with hardware engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to analyze user requirements and determine appropriate programming solutions.
• Proficiency in developing compilers, operating systems, utility programs, or similar low-level system components (preferred but may vary by role).
• Experience with open-systems architectures such as FACE is highly desirable.
• Strong software-maintenance skills and experience optimizing system performance.
• Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies.
• Ability to perform feasibility analyses related to cost, schedule, and technical constraints.
• Experience developing software using scientific analysis and mathematical models.
• Ability to coordinate installations and monitor system behavior to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills for coordinating across engineering and analysis teams.
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

Physical Requirements

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

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.

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations. HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe. 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., HII - Mission Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer. The Software Engineer designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software applications and systems that incorporate logical and mathematical solutions. This role supports multi-disciplinary research and collaborates with hardware engineers and equipment designers to plan, develop, and optimize electronic data-processing systems for both product and commercial software. The engineer analyzes user needs, determines system capabilities, resolves issues related to program intent and outputs, and develops operating instructions, compilers, assemblers, and utility programs. The position conducts ongoing software maintenance, ensures adherence to software standards, and evaluates the feasibility of software designs within specified time and cost constraints. Additional responsibilities include supporting open-systems architectures such as the Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE), implementing technology refreshes, 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., 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.