Senior Software Engineer (Engineer Software 6) - 29349

About the role

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly experienced engineering and software-systems leader to support the design, integration, testing, sustainment, and delivery of advanced DoD simulation, training, avionics, and command and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership across the full software and systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements definition through field support and sustainment.
• Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams supporting simulation, training, avionics, and mission system programs, ensuring alignment with mission needs and contract milestones.
• Translate customer operational requirements into clear engineering tasks, project plans, schedules, risks, and deliverables.
• Drive software intensive system design, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for simulation networks, C2 environments, and distributed mission operations.
• Collaborate closely with government customers, engineers, vendors, and mission partners to resolve technical challenges and maintain execution momentum.
• Plan and manage Agile execution strategies, including iterative development, milestone tracking, risk management, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a senior technical advisor to customers and leadership, supporting requirements generation, proposals, integration strategies, and feasibility assessments.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent while fostering a collaborative, accountable, mission focused culture.
• Manage hardware/software development, procurement, assembly, configuration, and sustainment across multiple locations.
• Support live, virtual, and constructive training events with on-site technical leadership and system-readiness oversight.
• Analyze system capabilities, test results, and user feedback to resolve complex integration and performance issues.
• Operate independently with consultative direction, identifying solutions and communicating progress to customers and internal leaders.
• Represent HII as a trusted technical and programmatic advisor on advanced simulation, avionics, and mission-training initiatives.

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.
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or a closely related technical field.
• Master of Science in Cybersecurity or equivalent advanced technical education is highly relevant.
• 20+ years of combined experience in avionics systems, aircraft simulation design, distributed mission operations, engineering integration, test execution, and technical sustainment.
• 7+ years of DoD or government project/program management or engineering leadership.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across hardware, software, test, integration, and subcontractor domains.
• Experience planning and executing Agile methodologies, tracking milestones, managing risks, and reporting to customers.
• Hands-on experience with simulation and training systems such as aircraft simulators, testbeds, reconfigurable cockpits, and LVC training environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with government customers on requirements, proposals, and mission-focused technical execution.
• Strong mentoring, communication, and collaboration skills across diverse teams.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex hardware/software and avionics systems while maintaining high operational availability.
• Must have an active TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience with Air Force, aviation, simulation, training, or related DoD programs.
• Prior support to Wright-Patterson AFB, 711 HPW, Distributed Mission Operations, or similar environments.
• Experience managing multi million dollar task orders, budgets, procurement, and cross-company execution teams.
• Background with aircraft avionics (F-16, MQ 1/MQ 9, U 28), command centers, debrief systems, and deployable tactical training systems.
• Familiarity with system integration across simulation networks, cockpit hardware, gauges, displays, communications/navigation systems, and testbed equipment.
• Knowledge of Agile engineering practices, system interface documentation, software lifecycle development, and verification/test planning.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity, classified systems, and secure DoD engineering environments.
• Strong servant-leadership mindset with a passion for delivering mission-relevant engineering and training capabilities for the warfighter.

Skills

• Leadership and strategic thinking.
• Technical expertise in avionics systems, aircraft simulation design, distributed mission operations, engineering integration, test execution, and technical sustainment.
• Project management and program management experience.
• Collaboration and communication skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Customer relationship management.
• Agile methodologies and project planning.
• System integration and testing.
• Software development and documentation.
• Security clearance and compliance.

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.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this role is $220,000.00 - $240,000.00.

Schedule

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt.