Hybrid Unmanned/Autonomous Systems Software Architect, Engineer Software 6

at Mission Technologies, a division of HII

• Job title: Unmanned/Autonomous Systems Software Architect, Engineer Software 6
• Job type: Part Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $179,659 - $250,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Cloud, Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Port Hueneme, United States

About the role

• Senior Software Engineer designing and developing high-quality software solutions at HII in support of mission-critical systems. Collaborating with Product Owners and fellow engineers to deliver robust applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, document, test, and debug software applications and systems.
• Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with hardware and systems engineers.
• Analyze system capabilities and resolve issues related to program intent, data flow, and technical constraints.
• Prepare operating instructions and technical documentation.
• Develop compilers, assemblers, utilities, and operating system components.
• Ensure adherence to software engineering standards and best practices.
• Provide creative, practical technical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Communicate technical approaches and findings to internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as a primary technical contact on major projects and coordinate with senior personnel across organizations.
• Support production environments and troubleshoot issues across the full development lifecycle.
• Mentor Associate Software Engineers and support team development.
• Contribute to system architecture discussions and long term design strategy.

Requirements

• 20+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 18+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 15+ years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 24 years relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency with modern artificial intelligence (AI) systems, including large scales language models, and applications.
• Deep understanding of best practices across the full software development lifecycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control, build processes, testing, and operational support.
• Hands on experience with prototyping (e.g., Python), developing real time executable code (e.g., C++), and conducting application testing.
• Experience working in both cloud and edge computing environments.
• Experience with automating development and testing workflows using AI driven tools and MATLAB.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Benefits

• best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
• wellness resources
• employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• financial planning tools
• life insurance
• employee discounts
• paid holidays and paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships