Computer Engineer III/IV

Warrant Technologies; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Warrant Technologies is seeking a Computer Engineer III/IV to architect, develop, integrate, and test innovative hardware/software solutions for mission systems. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 7+ years of experience in computer design or software development. Strong communication skills and an active DoD Secret clearance are required for this role. The position involves collaboration with various teams to ensure project success and compliance with Navy accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in computer design, software development, or computer networks.
• Proven ability to translate system requirements into robust hardware/software implementations.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or clearable to that level.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, integrate, and test advanced hardware/software solutions.
• Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, cybersecurity, and manufacturability requirements.
• Supervise manufacturing or installation of computer systems and conduct formal verification/validation.

Skills

Deep knowledge of computer architecture

Embedded processing

Networked computing

Excellent communication skills

Programming languages (C/C++, Python, Java)

Leadership in design reviews

Hands-on proficiency with FPGA/ASIC development

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or Mathematics

Job description

Description

The Computer Engineer III/IV architects, develops, integrates, and tests advanced hardware/software solutions for mission systems across NSWC Crane’s digital engineering portfolio. This senior engineer spans embedded processing, networked computing, and edge analytics, ensuring that designs meet requirements for performance, reliability, cybersecurity, and manufacturability from concept through production deployment. The role partners with systems engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and government IPT leads to mature prototypes, supervise build-and-install efforts, and drive continuous improvement across platforms and labs. This position is contingent upon award. Award is expected by the end of the year (2026).

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or Mathematics with a concentration in computer science.
• 7+ years of professional experience in computer design, software development, or computer networks, including responsibility for end-to-end integration and verification.
• Deep knowledge of computer architecture, embedded processing, interface protocols, and operating systems relevant to Navy/DoD mission computing.
• Proven ability to translate system requirements into robust hardware/software implementations, conduct trade studies, and manage risk across performance, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Experience supervising manufacturing or installation of computer systems and conducting formal verification/validation with government stakeholders.
• Familiarity with secure development practices, cybersecurity compliance (RMF/DoD guidelines), and documentation required for Navy accreditation packages.
• Excellent communication skills for leading design reviews, writing technical documentation, and briefing senior government leadership.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or clearable to that level) required due to access to classified programs and facilities.
• Demonstrated leadership designing and fielding complex computer hardware/software systems for DoD platforms, preferably within NSWC Crane mission areas (EW, sensors, weapons, or expeditionary systems).
• Strong background in full-lifecycle digital engineering, including model-based design, rapid prototyping, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and configuration management.
• Hands‑on proficiency with modern programming languages (C/C++, Python, Java) and HDL/tool flows for FPGA or ASIC development, plus experience integrating COTS single‑board computers and networking hardware.
• Prior success coordinating manufacturing, installation, and sustainment activities with multi‑company teams, ensuring interface compliance and producibility.