Software Test Engineer - 27327

Requisition Number: 27327 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $69,451.00 - $89,294.40 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
 

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.

 

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Job Description

The Software Test Engineer supports HII’s Integrated Training Systems – Software Development (ITS‑SD) team in Virginia Beach, VA. In this role, you will contribute to the development, testing, and deployment of the Advanced Training Domain (ATD) — a shipboard combat system trainer used across Navy training programs. You will perform hands‑on software testing, integrate hardware and software components, and validate system performance in both lab and shipboard environments.

Impact

Your work directly supports Fleet training readiness by ensuring that ITS‑SD software products are stable, reliable, and functionally aligned with system requirements. Through rigorous testing and system integration, you help deliver mission‑critical training technology that Sailors depend on for mission preparation and operational proficiency.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Conduct software testing and system verification in ITS‑SD laboratory environments and, when required, aboard Navy ships.
• Integrate software builds, network operating systems, and hardware components to support system functionality.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirement review, integration, testing, defect analysis, and maintenance.
• Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, test procedures, and system validation documentation.
• Identify defects, document results, and collaborate with developers and systems engineers to resolve issues.
• Assist with installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and integration activities during lab and shipboard events.
• Use tools such as JIRA Software for defect tracking and Subversion (SVN) for version control.
• Support limited travel for shipboard installation, testing, or troubleshooting as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

• 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR
• 0 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree in a related field; OR
• 6 years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma/equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in systems/software engineering, development, integration, and/or testing.
• Working knowledge of Linux and Unix operating systems.
• Experience with C++ software or familiarity with system‑level programming concepts.
• Ability to develop a task plan and execute assigned testing tasks independently.
• Understanding of integration, troubleshooting, and validation best practices.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work in a collaborative engineering environment.

Credentials

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
• Must have a current CompTIA Security+ certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.

Preferred Requirements

• Active DoD clearance.
• Operational or developmental experience with Navy training systems or simulation systems.
• Experience using JIRA Software for issue tracking.
• Experience using Subversion (SVN) for configuration management or version control.
• Familiarity with shipboard systems, combat systems, or Navy environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in office, industrial, laboratory, and shipboard environments.
• Ability to climb ladders, access confined spaces, and tolerate varying temperatures during shipboard or industrial testing.
• Ability to carry testing equipment or materials as needed.

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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.