Freelance Navy Software Engineer Jobs in Florida

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Location: Panama City Beach, FL

New Venture Research Corporation (NVRC) is a leading provider of innovative technology solutions supporting critical defense programs.

NVRC is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and sustainment of mine warfare systems and related undersea/surface hardware. This position works on-site at NSWC PCD alongside government engineers, program office personnel, and fleet stakeholders on the full lifecycle of mine warfare software, from concept through fleet introduction and in-service support.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications and systems in support of program requirements. This includes writing, reviewing, and debugging code across relevant languages and platforms, and participating in software architecture and design decisions.
• Support requirements analysis, software design reviews, and documentation, including design documents, test plans, and test reports.
• Troubleshoot software issues on developmental and fielded systems, supporting root-cause analysis and corrective action development, and integrating software with hardware or other subsystems as needed.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, hardware engineers, and government program personnel to ensure integrated system performance, and support technical reviews such as PDR, CDR, and TRR by representing software engineering considerations at program milestones.
• Ensure compliance with applicable coding standards, cybersecurity requirements, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, along with occasional travel to support testing, integration events, or coordination at other government or contractor facilities as required.

• Hands-on experience with one or more relevant programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, or similar.
• Working knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, DevSecOps, or similar) is required, along with experience supporting software testing, debugging, and verification activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary, including the ability to prepare technical documentation and brief technical content to government and program stakeholders.

• Prior experience supporting DoD or U.S. Navy software development programs is preferred.
• Experience working directly with a government engineering activity or program office is a plus, as is familiarity with embedded systems, real-time software, or systems integration.
• Experience with configuration management tools, version control systems, and CI/CD pipelines is beneficial, along with familiarity with applicable security standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, RMF) and DoD acquisition processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering (or closely related engineering/technical discipline) from an ABET-accredited program; Master’s degree in related field highly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant software engineering experience.

• The primary work environment will be an office, lab, or secure facility setting. The role may occasionally require presence in test or integration environments, shipboard environments, as well as extended periods of sitting or standing during collaborative development and testing activities.

• Travel up to 20% is required.
• Due to our contracts with the U.S. federal government and the requirement for a security clearance for this role, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

• Candidates must be able to maintain during the duration of their employment an active Secret security clearance; active Top Secret highly preferred.

NVRC is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA contractor dedicated to merit- and value-based employment decisions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities per the guidelines set forth by the ADA and the ADAAA. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources by phone at 256-583-3471.