Computer Engineer III

Overview

Trimitron Corp is seeking a technically strong Computer Engineer III to support the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific’s Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Division. This role provides engineering expertise in computer system design, software development, and network technologies that directly support mission-critical PNT systems used across the U.S. Navy. The ideal candidate brings hands-on engineering experience, a solid academic foundation, and a commitment to advancing technical certifications while contributing to high-impact Navy programs.

Company: Trimitron Corp
Location: Norfolk, VA (Contractor Site)
Clearance: Secret
Job Title: Computer Engineer III
Employment Type: Full-Time

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of computer systems, software applications, and network architectures supporting PNT mission capabilities.
• Apply advanced engineering principles to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Develop system specifications, architecture documentation, interface definitions, and engineering artifacts.
• Support system integration, testing, verification, and validation activities for PNT-related technologies.
• Contribute to modernization efforts, including system upgrades, refactoring, cloud transitions, and technology refresh initiatives.
• Lead software development tasks, including coding, debugging, testing, and documentation for high-complexity systems.
• Evaluate system performance, identify deficiencies, and recommend technical improvements.
• Provide senior-level engineering support for computer networks, including configuration, optimization, and cybersecurity considerations.
• Collaborate with PNT engineers, analysts, and program managers to ensure technical solutions align with mission requirements and operational constraints.
• Support PNT system development, operational assessments, and technical reviews as a senior engineering authority.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with Navy, NIWC, and DoD cybersecurity, configuration management, and technical standards.
• Contribute to the development of PNT-related tools, models, prototypes, and system enhancements.
• Cloud platform certifications (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and subject matter expertise to junior and mid-level engineers.
• Support engineering process improvement and best-practice adoption across the team.

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Master’s degree with five (5) years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree with nine (9) years of experience in:
• Computer system design
• Software development
• Computer networks
• Degree must be in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with a concentration in computer science.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering tasks and support mission-critical systems.
• Maintain and apply one or more relevant professional certifications, such as:
• Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM)
• Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP)
• Microsoft MCAD or MCDBA
• Red Hat RHCP
• CISCO CCNP or CCDP
• Oracle OCP
• VMware VCP

• Experience supporting U.S. Navy programs, NIWC, NAVWAR, NAVSEA, or other DoD technical organizations.
• Familiarity with PNT systems, navigation technologies, or maritime system integration.
• Experience with cloud architectures, virtualization, or secure software development practices.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to the development of PNT-related tools, models, and system enhancements.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical defense projects, work alongside highly skilled professionals, and engage in challenging systems engineering tasks that directly impact national security operations.

We offer competitive pay and generous benefits including comprehensive medical insurance package, 401k with company match, employee assistance program and company paid benefits.