Software Test Engineer

Position: ITS Software Test Engineer - 28042
Requisition Number: 28042 Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $85,685.00 - $ Security Clearance:
Secret Level of

Experience:

Mid This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country.

HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:
Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. 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.

Impact, Growth & Development 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.

Key Job Responsibilities 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. What you must have Required Education & Experience 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 Required Knowledge & Skills Systems engineering 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 Required Credentials Ability to otain a DoD Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II certification or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+) within 3 months of…