Software Test Engineer

Summary

HII Mission Technologies’ System Integration group is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join our Integrated Training Systems Software Development team. In this role, you’ll support the design, testing, and delivery of the Advanced Training Domain (ATD), a mission‑critical shipboard combat system trainer used throughout the Fleet.

In this role, you will directly support Navy Sailors by ensuring the reliability and performance of training systems that prepare crews for real‑world operational missions. You’ll gain hands‑on experience with advanced combat system technologies, shipboard integration, and full‑lifecycle software development. This position offers opportunities to expand your technical expertise in systems engineering, network integration, and GUI testing while working closely with a high‑performing team of developers and engineers.

• Conduct software testing in lab and shipboard environments to verify performance against system requirements.
• Integrate network operating systems, application software, and hardware components into a unified training system.
• Participate in requirements reviews, design discussions, and troubleshooting activities.
• Support on‑site installations and system verification activities (up to 10% travel).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure system readiness and reliability.
• Contribute to additional tasks and team initiatives as needed to support successful delivery of training systems.

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience, OR
• Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience, OR
• High school diploma/equivalent and 9 years of relevant experience

• Working knowledge of Unix/Linux platforms
• Experience with C++ and Java
• Experience implementing and testing Graphical User Interfaces (GUI)
• Ability to develop and execute task plans independently

• Ability to obtain a DoD Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II certification or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+) within 3 months of hire if not currently held.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must hold a current or active DoD Secret clearance

• Experience with military or training systems
• Working knowledge of ActiveMQ
• IAT Level II certification or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+)
• Experience with JIRA and Subversion

• Ability to lift and carry equipment typically used for system setup and integration
• Ability to work in shipboard environments during testing or installation events
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods during lab test activities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Additionally, you may also call for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.