Software Engineer - Multiple Levels

Date: Aug 10, 2026

Location: Columbia, MD, Maryland, United States

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Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 29775

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $72,209.00 - $145,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Job Description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking highly motivated Software Engineers to join our team. The role operates in a hybrid work environment in our Columbia, MD location and supports critical national security missions.

The software development team is responsible for the development and maintenance of the Minotaur Mission Processor.

The Minotaur Mission Processor (or Minotaur Mission System/Suite) is a cutting-edge, government-owned mission management software suite and system architecture. Its core function is to integrate and fuse multiple sensor and data sources—including radar, cameras, and communications equipment—to create a single, common operating picture (COP).

The Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and troubleshooting various elements of the software. You will be critical in the service of protecting our national security.

Why Mission Technologies?

Competitive Salary

Generous 401K Match Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Floating Holidays

Parental Leave

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Wellness Programs

Student Loan Repayment

Mentorship and Coaching

Tuition Assistance Program

Collaborative and supportive work environment that promotes a healthy climate

We are hiring across multiple levels with a range of professional experience. Below are the salary ranges:

Senior Software Engineer : $111,494 - $145,000

Software Engineer : $90,166 - $120,000

Essential Job Responsibilities

Research and concept development for solutions to unaddressed, critical military operational shortfalls.

System design and software implementation of proof-of-concept prototypes incorporating a variety of engineering disciplines: control theory, software development, signal/video processing, pattern recognition, machine learning, artificial intelligence, high performance computing, applied mathematics, network/web services, and visualization.

Support prototype evaluation, experimental operations at military facilities, and transitions of capabilities to government.

Support system integration events on various aircraft during ground and/or flight tests

Develop software interfaces to control and collect data from sensors

Potential to fly on aircraft to support system integration and train operators

Design and implementation of graphical user interfaces to meet customers’ demands and needs.

Willing to travel between 10-20 % of the time.

Minimum Qualifications

Senior Software Engineer (Software Engineer 3): 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.

Software Engineer (Software Engineer 2): 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.

Technical Skills and Additional Requirements:
Experience developing software with C++, Java, Javascript or related programming languages

Demonstrated experience working within a Linux environment

Ability to obtain and maintain a US level Secret clearance

Preferred Requirements

An active US level Secret clearance or higher

Physical Requirements

Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements Software Engineer family.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as 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; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

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. Our 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.

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.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] 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 email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.