Software Engineer

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitment s are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Headquarters in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

We are seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Software Engineer to join our high-performing team supporting Undersea Warfare (USW) software development projects for Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Dahlgren Division, H20. If you’re passionate about cutting-edge technology and contributing to national defense initiatives, this is an exciting opportunity to make an impact.

As a Software Engineer, you’ll work at the forefront of advanced undersea warfare technology, contributing to mission-critical systems that shape the future of defense.

• Collaborating with a talented development team:
  Work in a tight-knit, agile environment to develop solutions for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Fire Control Systems.
• Creating and refining code:
  Use your technical expertise to design, improve, and maintain cutting-edge software systems.
• Providing valuable project insights:
  Attend weekly meetings with leadership to provide status reports and ensure timely progress.
• Problem‑solving and proactive communication:
  Identify potential challenges and opportunities early and collaborate with leadership to address them effectively.
• Onsite teamwork:
  Be part of a dynamic environment onsite at NSWC Dahlgren, where innovation is at the heart of everything we do.

We’re looking for a strong technical professional who meets these minimum qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or another technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 5+ years of experience in software development, including analysis, design, testing, and maintenance.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following high-level programming languages: C/C++, Java, or Ada.
• Knowledge of the Red Hat operating system and experience with UNIX/Linux tools and utilities.
• Experience with track modeling, time algorithms, and implementing inter-process communications using TCP/IP sockets.
• U.S. Citizenship with an Active SECRET U.S. Government Clearance (required).

While not required, the following qualifications will make you stand out as an exceptional candidate:

• Experience designing, developing, and documenting computer programs for surface ship-related systems using high-order languages across a range of systems.
• Expertise in designing simulation systems, situational awareness systems, or systems that interface with tactical systems.
• Ability to collaborate in fast-paced, team-based environments to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
• Experience working with Agile development methodologies in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Proficiency in developing software in multi-threaded/multi-process environments with demonstrated success in implementation.
• Experience with Unified Modeling Language (UML) for designing and documenting complex object-oriented systems.
• Testing software in diverse hardware configurations.
• Using tools and frameworks, including Net Beans IDE, VxWorks, CORBA, Extensible Markup Language (XML), and HTML for system documentation.
• Programming hardware drivers and firmware.
• Using the Generic Data Extraction Analysis and Reduction (GeDEAR) framework.

At Amentum, we are committed to fostering innovation and contributing to national security. When you join our team, you will:

• Work with some of the brightest minds in the industry tackling mission-critical, cutting-edge challenges.
• Be part of a collaborative, tight-knit team where you’ll work alongside talented engineers and leadership who value your contributions.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and…