Devops software engineer engineer software

Date: Oct 15, 2025

Location: San Diego, CA, California, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 25836

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $74,935.00 - $115,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

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

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is hiring a motivated DevOps Software Engineer to support the Minotaur Mission Processor, a critical Command, Control, Communications, Computer, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) system deployed across various military and federal platforms.

Minotaur is a cutting-edge software suite that processes critical data from diverse sensors, empowering operators of manned and unmanned surveillance aircraft to identify and track targets.

In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for applying DevOps principles across the entire software engineering lifecycle, ensuring rapid, reliable and secure deployment of mission-critical capabilities.

The position will be onsite at the NAVWAR HQs in San Diego, CA.

An active US level Secret Clearance is required for consideration.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Automating system integration, testing, and deployment of new improved capabilities for an operationally fielded system, including advanced object tracking and multi-sensor correlation initiatives.
• Developing infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions to manage and provision development, testing, and operational environments.
• Collaborating directly with development and operations teams to improve system monitoring, alerting, and log management to ensure system stability and performance in the field.
• Integrating and testing software interfaces for critical ISR sensors like RADAR, SIGINT, and EO/IR systems within the automated pipeline.
• Directly collaborating with customers to shape the product backlog for your Scrum team, focusing on operational needs and maintainability.
• Supporting system integration events on various aircraft during ground and flight tests, which my include potentially flying on aircraft to validate system deployment and train operators.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in software development involving programming languages such as C++ and/or Java.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.
• Must possess an active US level Secret Clearance

Preferred Requirements

• 2+ years of experience with software development, specifically focusing on CI/CD automation, computer networking, and system interfaces in a cutting-edge environment.
• Prior experience with the Minotaur Mission Processor, and/or experience working with Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security.
• Previous leadership experience or a willingness to lead and mentor others in adopting DevOps practices.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a close team environment to bridge the gap between development and operations.

Physical Requirements

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

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 [email protected] 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.