Software Engineer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Design and develop new control system software for unmanned systems .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timePocasset • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $65,930 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing control system software for unmanned systems, with a strong focus on embedded software programming in C++ and Python. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and adhering to software development best practices.

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Embedded Software ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingLinux Operating SystemsGovernment Clearance

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Hard Skills

Control System Software DesignSoftware Development ProcessesApplication Software TestingSoftware DebuggingRequirements Analysis

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationMulti-taskingCommunication

Industry Keywords

Unmanned SystemsNaval Mission ManagementAutonomy Fleet ControlMultidisciplinary ResearchSoftware Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop new control system software for unmanned systems
Fuse software with an advanced common operating picture capability for an optimized naval mission management tool
Design, develop, and maintain solutions for complex, multi-domain, and heterogeneous autonomy fleet control challenges
Document software development requirements, design, and implementation
Communicate findings, problems, and solutions to functional and project teams and external customers
Coordinate with system, firmware, hardware, and other engineering teams
Participate in product development phases, including requirements review, design, usability, risk assessment, and defect review
Follow software development processes and best practices
Design, develop, document, test, and debug application software and systems
Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with equipment designers and hardware engineers
Determine computer user needs and analyze system capabilities to resolve software problems
Prepare operating instructions and ensure software standards are met

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 1: 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience
Level 2: 2 years relevant 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
Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 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 9 years relevant experience
Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
BS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Robotics Engineering
5+ years hands-on experience in embedded software programming in C++ and Python
Experience with Linux operating systems
Must be able to obtain and maintain a government clearance
Ability to successfully function in a team with cross-functional team members and multi-tasking
Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements Software Engineer family

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation occasionally offered for qualified positions
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth