Joint Wargaming AI Integration (Engineer Software 2) - 29101

About the role

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Joint Wargaming and Experimentation Division (JWED) as part of the Globally Integrated Wargame Modernization effort for Joint Staff J7. This hybrid role is based at the Joint Staff Complex in Suffolk, VA.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure LLM solutions in air gapped environments
• Optimize vLLM performance for efficient model inference
• Maintain and manage compose.yaml files for vLLM and Open WebUI
• Write basic Python scripts to support automation and integration
• Deploy and troubleshoot Docker based applications
• Configure and administer Linux systems
• Document deployment processes and troubleshooting steps
• Monitor system performance and resource utilization
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate AI capabilities
• Support testing and validation of AI deployments
• Follow security and compliance requirements for secure environments
• Aid with version control and configuration management

Requirements

• 2 years 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.
• Hands-on Linux experience (installation, configuration, command line)
• Working knowledge of Docker and containerization
• Basic Python scripting skills
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts (LLMs, inference, deployment)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently in isolated or air-gapped networks
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-motivated, quick learner
• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with LLM platforms (vLLM, Ollama, TGI, etc.)
• Experience with Open WebUI or similar tools
• Knowledge of GPU accelerated computing and CUDA
• Understanding of REST APIs and basic API integration
• Git version control experience
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code concepts
• Experience in secure, classified, or air-gapped environments
• GOTS/COTS software integration experience
• Understanding of container resource management
• Experience with CI/CD concepts

Physical Requirements

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

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role is $105,000.00 - $115,000.00.

Schedule

This role is full-time/salaried/exempt.