Software Development Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-25
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Software Development
Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, Data Scientist, Software Engineer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software)
Req
Team: X23 MANUFACTURING SCHEDULING
Entity:
Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position:
Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation:
No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity:
No
- Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements:
No
Clearance Required:
No
- Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $69,000.00 to $87,000.00
The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range
Meet HII’s Newport News ShipbuildingWith more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users.
We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.
Develops new and/or integrates existing system simulation frameworks, performance models and algorithms, threat models and command and control models. Simulates real-time operations and develops software that simulates behavior of systems. Develops integrates and uses advanced graphical user interfaces and visualization tools. Models operational environments, performs trade studies via computer simulation and recommends alternative architectures. Performs operational analysis and mission effectiveness analysis.
As a member of the Mod Sim team at NNS, you will be part of a dynamic, cross functional team dedicated to developing quality software and analytical solutions in support of our U.S. Navy, U.S. Department of Energy and Industrial/Manufacturing customers.
As a Software Developer, you will have technical responsibilities involving the research, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance evolutions of the product development lifecycle for software solutions. These solutions may span web based applications, predictive simulation models, 3D spatial planning applications, advanced data analytics products, and virtual/mixed reality applications.
Working in an Agile environment, you will work closely with a variety of roles including software developers, data analysts, subject matter experts, and customers to determine and implement best solutions.
Must HaveBachelor's Degree in related discipline and 0 years of relevant experience
One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:
- 4 years of modeling/simulation experience
- Successful completion from a Modeling and Simulation Apprenticeship Program
Preferred Skills Include
- Practical software development experience in one or more of the following:
- Java/C++
- Front End Development (Type Script/HTML/CSS/Angular/Bootstrap/D3.js)
- Back end Development (SQL/No
SQL/Node) - Unity/C#
- Experience in agile software development methodologies such as Scrum
- Knowledge of modeling and simulation and discrete event simulation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse 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.
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