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Software Developer

Company Overview:

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation’s security and well-being. 

KMS is a three-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, KMS has won multiple regional Top Workplaces awards and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility.

Position Summary 

The Software Developer role supports the Marine Species Modeling Team (MSMT) within NUWC Newport’s Ranges, Engineering, and Analysis Department. This position focuses on translating complex mathematical and statistical algorithms into production‑ready Java code, maintaining alignment with engineering design standards, and ensuring algorithmic accuracy critical to environmental compliance modeling and Navy test/training operations. The role requires strong collaboration with MSMT modelers, engineers, and analysts, and includes contributing to broader acoustic modeling, signal processing, and system sustainment efforts.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

MSMT Modeling & Algorithm Development

• Translate and implement mathematical and statistical modeling algorithms from MATLAB into optimized, production‑ready Java code
• Collaborate with MSMT modelers, acoustic analysts, and senior engineers to validate algorithm behavior, integrate new modeling changes, and ensure scientific accuracy.
• Apply advanced mathematical concepts—including statistics, Monte Carlo methods, signal processing, and numerical analysis—to support algorithm design, refinement, and performance optimization.
• Participate in technical design discussions involving data structures, computational efficiency, and model architecture.

Additional Functional Responsibilities

Team Dynamics & Work‑Environment‑Driven Functions

• Operate effectively in NUWC’s highly interactive USB workspace, maintaining productivity amid continuous discussions, fast‑moving priorities, and frequent task re‑alignment.
• Engage actively with MSMT teammates via Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and other collaboration tools to support real‑time communication and coordination.
• Use daily software engineering toolsets including Java SE, MATLAB, Eclipse IDE, PowerShell, Git, Spork (GitLab), Jira, Cameo Systems Modeler, and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Coordinate with engineers, scientists, and analysts to clarify requirements, validate outputs, and ensure alignment between software behavior and mission needs.

Required Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Competencies

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirement 

• This position requires the ability to obtain and/or maintain a Secret DoD Security Clearance and required access to all worksite locations. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. 

Other Duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Work Environment:

This position operates in a secure government facility environment. The role involves routine use of computers, secure systems, and standard office/IT equipment. Work is performed on-site at NUWC Division Newport for more than 50% of scheduled hours.

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to talk and hear; frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, and reach with arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. The typical workday is eight hours in length. Work hours must align with NUWC’s onsite access schedule, MSMT team collaboration rhythms, and contract requirements. Due to the dynamic and fast-paced nature of MSMT tasking, day-to-day priorities may shift, and the employee must be able to adjust workflow in real time. Flexibility in schedule may be permitted with supervisor approval. Attendance at required onsite meetings, technical discussions, and team working sessions is expected. The employee must account for the full number of hours per pay period necessary to maintain full-time status.

Telework:

Travel:

Benefits and Additional Compensation:

KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.

AAP/EEO Statement:

KMS Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action Program. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants or employees needing a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.

KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.

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