Computer Engineer III

Agile Defense, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Defense, Inc. seeks a Computer Engineer III with deep experience designing, developing, and managing complex DoD software and training systems. You will work on computer architecture, simulation technologies, real-time messaging (DDS), and Navy combat systems in demanding environments.

The role requires ten years of software development or systems engineering experience, DoD project leadership, and travel up to 20%. A U.S.

Qualifications

• Master's level degree in (Computer/Software/Electrical/Electronics Engineering; Computer Science; Information Systems Management; Systems Engineering)
• Ten (10) years of professional experience in software development, computer networks, or systems engineering with software focus
• Willingness to travel up to 20% CONUS & OCONUS; U.S. citizen with active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated experience managing DoD software projects from cradle to grave
• Demonstrated knowledge of IEEE and industry standards/best practices
• Demonstrated experience in Combat System design, core technologies, and Combat System training

Skills

C

C++

Java

DDS

HLA

DIS

Red Hat Linux

VMware

RHEV

Education

Master’s degree in Computer/Software/Electrical/Electronics Engineering; CS; Information Systems; Systems Engineering

Tools

IEEE standards

Combat System training

Job description

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1872

Job Title: Computer Engineer

Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start

Location: Mclean, VA | Virginia Beach, VA

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Job Description

Agile Defense is seeking a Computer Engineer III with comprehensive experience designing, developing, and managing complex DoD software and training systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering expertise across computer architecture, simulation technologies, real‑time messaging, and Navy Combat Systems, delivering reliable, high‑performance solutions in demanding operational environments.

• Demonstrated experience managing DoD software projects from cradle to grave
• Demonstrated knowledge of IEEE and other industry standards/best practices
• Demonstrated experience in Combat System design, core technologies and Combat System training
• execution
• Demonstrated experience in Computer System architecture design and development
• Demonstrated experience with C, C++ and Java
• Demonstrated experience with real time messaging products such as Data Distribution Service (DDS)
• Demonstrated experience with simulation architecture standards such as High Level Architecture (HLA)and Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS)
• Demonstrated experience managing software version control and/or software source code basemanagement
• Demonstrated experience with DoD training systems and training tool development
• Demonstrated experience in the following areas:
  • Computer Architecture
  • Red Hat Linux
  • Virtualization Technologies such as:
    • VMWare and RHEV
  • Model Based Systems Engineering Software
• Demonstrated specialized experience performing work in each of the following Naval System areas:
  • Aegis
  • SSDS
  • NAVSSI
  • GPNTS
  • BFTT / ATD

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's level degree in one of the following areas: Computer, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering; Computer Science; Information Systems Management, or; Systems Engineering
• Ten (10) years of professional experience in one or more of the following fields: Software development; or Computer Networks; or Systems Engineering with an emphasis on software development and integration
• Must be able to travel up to 20% CONUS & OCONUS
• Must be a U.S. citizen and have an active Secret clearance at minimum

Our Core Values

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

• Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
• Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
• Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
• Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
• Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
• Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.