Software Development Analyst

Req
Team: 58 Information Systems
Entity:
Ingalls 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 Requirement:
Yes, 10%-25% of the time

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today. With More Than 11,000 Employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding Division Is The Largest Manufacturing Employer In Mississippi And a Major Contributor To The Economic Growth Of Alabama. For Nearly 85 Years, We’ve Designed, Built And Maintained Amphibious Ships, Destroyers, And Cutters For The U.S. Navy And The U.S. Coast Guard. The Largest Supplier Of U.S. Navy Surface Combatants, We’re Simultaneously Building Four Classes Of Ships And Have Pioneered The Development And Production Of Technologically Advanced, Highly Capable Ships For The Surface Navy Fleet For Decades.

Researches, designs, develops, and/or modifies enterprise-wide systems and/or applications software. Involved in planning of system and development deployment as well as responsible for meeting software compliance standards. Evaluates interface between hardware and software, operational requirements, and characteristics of overall system. Documents testing and maintenance of system corrections. This senior level position serves as a key interface between the IT department and business operations, with a primary focus on MRP (Material Resource and Planning Application) and supporting systems.

The analyst will work with business units to assess requests, document requirements, and collaborate with the core IT team to deliver effective solutions, leading efforts and coordinating with the team. Leadership and the ability to motivate and manage a team are essential. The analyst will follow all IT department processes and procedures and help ensure smooth integration of technology solutions across functional areas.

• Serve as the liaison between IT and business units regarding MRP configuration, enhancements, and material-based requirements.
• Intake, assess, and document business requests (process maps, requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria).
• Partner with the IT core team to design, test (UAT), and implement solutions aligned with enterprise standards.
• Lead the group’s change management process (communications, training coordination, stakeholder readiness, adoption tracking).
• Perform administrative duties related to IFS, requests, change management, and reporting.
• Conduct field visits to warehouses and storerooms (on and offsite) to understand operational workflows and constraints.
• Ensure compliance with IT policies, procedures, security standards, and governance.
• Track and report on progress, risks, and issues; escalate as needed.

Bachelors degree and 9 years of experience or
Masters degree and 7 years of experience or
PHD and 5 years of experience

Software Development Skill Set, including reading, understanding, and following existing codebases; database design (Oracle/SQL) with strong understanding of relational database concepts and query languages; business analysis and requirements management translating business needs into clear functional requirements; MRP proficiency with IFS or other systems; change management leadership; process mapping and optimization; data and reporting literacy (Excel/Power BI); stakeholder engagement; familiarity with Ingalls functional organizations and processes;

knowledge of shipyard layout and operations; hands‑on experience with an MRP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or other); exposure to change management frameworks; certification is a plus; experience in requirements gathering, process improvement, and stakeholder management.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending…