Entry Level Java Software Engineer Jobs in Essex, MD

Software Engineer – Java (Aviation Systems)

Location: Annapolis, MD (Local candidates only)

Work Model: Hybrid – 4 days onsite / 1 day remote

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Industry: Aerospace & Defense

IMPORTANT – READ BEFORE APPLYING

This is a Java-heavy development role.

Candidates must have 1–3 years of hands-on Java experience in an enterprise environment (banking, financial services, or similar large-scale environments preferred).

Messaging technologies (MQ, JMS, etc.) are nice-to-have only, not required.

All candidates must be local to Annapolis, MD and able to work on-site four days per week.

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About the Opportunity

This opportunity is with a leading aerospace and defense organization supporting critical aviation systems used across the globe.

You will be working on mission-critical applications that process high volumes of aviation data and directly support airline operations and global travel infrastructure. These systems must be highly reliable and always available, making this a great environment for engineers coming from structured, enterprise or banking backgrounds.

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What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise Java applications

• Work on high-throughput, highly reliable systems

• Assist with application upgrades and modernization efforts

• Collaborate with senior engineers and architects on core platform improvements

• Participate across the full SDLC

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MUST-HAVE REQUIREMENTS (Non-Negotiable)

• 1–3 years of hands-on Java development experience

• Experience working in enterprise environments (banking, financial services, or similar strongly preferred)

• Experience supporting production-level applications

• Understanding of object-oriented programming principles

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to work on-site in Annapolis, MD four days per week

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Nice-to-Have (Not Required)

• Exposure to messaging technologies:

• JMS
• IBM MQ
• RabbitMQ
• ActiveMQ
• • Experience integrating Java applications with messaging systems
• • Linux/Unix experience
• • Agile environment experience

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Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree + 1–3 years of experience

OR

• Equivalent professional experience

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Why This Role Matters

You’ll be supporting systems that are critical to the aviation industry within a highly regulated aerospace and defense environment. The work directly impacts operational reliability for airlines and global travel.Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Annapolis, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Annapolis,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.