Engineer/Scientist I

About the role

Ignite Digital is seeking a skilled and motivated Engineer/Scientist I to support a US Navy software maintenance support initiative in the Norfolk, VA area. This role supports engineering, software development, testing, and system support tasks that enable mission-critical Navy and joint operational capabilities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical foundations, disciplined engineering practices, and a commitment to developing innovative solutions for complex defense requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support software development, maintenance, and engineering tasks across project efforts
• Assist with systems and equipment support, troubleshooting, and sustainment
• Contribute to test and evaluation activities, reporting, and documentation
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop, refine, and validate technical solutions
• Apply engineering principles to support modeling, analysis, system assessments, and technical workflow improvement
• Collaborate with government and contractor personnel to meet project objectives and timelines

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in one of the following fields: Engineering, Physics, Network Security, Information Systems, or Computer Science
• One (1) year of experience in software development and maintenance including:
  • Systems/equipment support
  • Test and evaluation support
• Experience with DoW C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems is strongly preferred, though relevant industry experience supporting complex solutions may be considered with COR approval
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance
• Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and collaborative mindset
• Ability to support complex engineering and software development tasks in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

Candidates with software or computer-focused degrees must be actively working toward one of the following within 18 months of assuming duties:

• Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM)
• Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP)
• OR (with COR approval) a vendor/platform-specific certification such as:
  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD)
  • Microsoft Certified Applications Developer (MCAD)
  • Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA)
  • Sun Certified Professional (SCP)
  • Red Hat Certification Program (RHCP)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP)
  • Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
  • Certified SAFe/Agile Software Engineer
  • Certified SAFe DevOps Practitioner
  • Certified SAFe Architect
  • AWS Foundational, Associate, or Professional certifications

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

Pay

$70k+ to align with education & experience

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.