SOFTWARE ENGINEER 1

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Jul 13, 2026

Req ID: 48222
Team: T53 DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Telework available up to 100%

Travel Requirements: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $71,000.00 to $89,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software. Set operational specifications, and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software.

We are looking for an entry-level Software Engineer who is interested in designing and building information systems to support the construction of highly complex products. Our organization builds and maintains systems that support a wide range of business areas including Materials Management, Planning, Human Resources, Finance, and more.

The engineer will help develop, maintain, and enhance systems that integrate with enterprise platforms such as SAP, Teamcenter, SharePoint, and others, while working with advanced database technologies such as SQL Server and Oracle. The role includes participating in collaborative sessions with developers, business partners, systems engineers, solution architects, and administrators to understand requirements, implement features, and deliver value across multiple technical domains.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to build foundational skills in software engineering while contributing to critical business systems that support our nation’s defense.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant exempt experience.

One of the following may be used as an equivalent to Bachelor's Degree for Information Technology Related Positions Only:

NNS Apprentice School graduate
Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
Associate's Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience
A relevant professional certification can be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree.
Bachelors in Science or 4 equivalent years of experience

Nice to Have

Candidate should have a basic understanding of the following:
• Microsoft Visual Studio
• Programming Languages: C/C++, C#, .NET, Java, Python
• Knowledge of product development utilizing PLM systems
• IT systems architecture and use of each stage of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and direction
• Written/oral communication and teaming skills
• DevOps methodologies and tools such as CI/CD with Git or Azure DevOps
• Test Driven Development (TDD), design patterns (Dependency Injection, Adapters), MSTest, NSubstitute

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. HII’s diverse 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.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

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. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

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 e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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