Accelerated Software Development Program Jobs in Virginia

Req ID: 44726
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 Requirement: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Meet HII's Newport News Shipbuilding
With 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. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.
The Role
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 ModSim 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 Government Organizations and Industrial/Manufacturing customers.
In this position you will implement systems/software architecture efforts for software applications supporting a range of product portfolios. Responsibilities include leading implementation, testing, and deployment evolutions of the product development lifecycle for software solutions. You will work within IT guidelines to establish build pipelines for custom-written software products for both server and client platforms that includes SonarQube code scanning within an Azure DevOps environment, honoring all security guidelines established by the company's cyber security team. You will help to establish and follow procedures related to the deployment of custom-written software products on IT-hosted architectures.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree in related discipline and 5 years of relevant experience; Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience; Ph.D. 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

Nice to Have
Preferred candidates should have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Modeling & Simulation or similar disciplines and practical experience in software development.
Preferred Skills Include

• Practical software development experience in one or more of the following:
  • Java/C++
  • Front End Development (TypeScript/HTML/CSS/Angular/jQuery/D3.js)
  • Back end Development (SQL/NoSQL/Node/Spring Boot/Express.js)
  • Unity/C#
  • AzureDevOps
  • Code Architecture
• Experience in agile software development methodologies such as Scrum
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation and discrete event simulation
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why HII
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.
Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. 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 on your specific division or work location.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
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. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.