Embedded Systems Software Engineer (Engineer Software 4) - 29063

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 117,262 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII in Michigan, seeks a Subject Matter Expert in Embedded Systems DevOps to establish modern practices and mentor project teams.

This on-site role involves driving a cultural pivot toward software engineering while interfacing with the US Army. Candidates must have extensive experience in embedded software development and CI/CD pipelines.

Qualifications

• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelor's, or 7 years with Master's, or 4 years with PhD/JD, or 13 years relevant experience with High School diploma.
• 3+ years of relevant industry experience blending embedded systems engineering with DevOps.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance with the US DoD.

Responsibilities

• Establish, document and maintain DevOps pipeline automation design patterns.
• Assist project teams in setting up their baseline automation architecture.
• Mentor local project teams in adopting DevOps practices.

Skills

Embedded software development (C, C++, Rust)

CI/CD pipelines

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Linux proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or related field

Tools

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Requisition Details

Requisition Number: 29063
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $117,262.00 - $145,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Senior HI

About the Role

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations. HII designs, develops, integrates and manages sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

Position Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Embedded Systems DevOps (Software Engineer 4) to establish modern DevOps practices, design pipeline automation patterns, and drive a cultural pivot toward modernized software engineering. You will serve as a mentor for project teams developing embedded systems for ground vehicle platforms, helping them streamline their development lifecycles and leverage emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities. This role is on site in Warren, MI and cannot be done remotely. Come support our work with US Army's Ground Vehicle System Center and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers!

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Pipeline Design & Standardization: Establish, document, and maintain DevOps pipeline automation design patterns tailored for embedded systems with software and hardware in the loop testing, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and organizational modernization goals.
• Team Bootstrapping & Architecture: Assist project teams in setting up their baseline automation architecture and developing pipelines that leverage standardized design patterns while addressing their specific project constraints.
• Mentorship & Upskilling: Mentor local project teams to drive the adoption of DevOps practices, support a cultural pivot toward modern software engineering practices, and upgrade internal team capabilities.
• Operational Support & Debugging: Act as a senior technical escalation point to assist development teams in debugging, troubleshooting, and maintaining pipeline automation infrastructure when necessary.
• AI Integration & Innovation: Investigate, propose, and implement strategies for embedding AI capabilities into project workflows and pipeline automation to achieve measurable capability and efficiency gains (e.g., AI-assisted code reviews, intelligent test selection, automated debugging).

Minimum Qualifications

• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelor's in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Master's 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.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant industry experience blending embedded systems engineering with DevOps/Release Engineering.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance with the US DoD (US Citizenship Required).

• Embedded Systems & Ground Vehicle Domain:
• Extensive experience in embedded software development (C, C++, Rust) for complex hardware systems.
• Preferred: Familiarity with ground vehicle systems architecture, including common communication protocols (e.g., CAN bus, Ethernet, LIN) and middleware (e.g., ROS, AUTOSAR).
• Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing environments.
• Understanding of safety‑critical compliance and quality standards commonly used in automotive or defense ground systems.

• DevOps & Pipeline Automation:
• Proven expertise in designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitLab experience is desired).
• Strong background in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) and their application in cross‑compilation and embedded build environments.
• Proficiency in scripting languages used for automation (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Proficiency in Linux.

• Mentorship & Leadership:
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical transformations and drive cultural shifts within traditional engineering environments.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex modern DevOps concepts to teams with legacy workflows.
• Experience creating technical documentation, reference architectures, and training materials.

• AI & Emerging Technologies:
• Familiarity with modern AI tools for developers (e.g., LLMs, GitHub Copilot, custom AI agents) and how to securely integrate them into an enterprise CI/CD pipeline.
• Forward‑thinking mindset with a track record of identifying and evaluating new technologies for process optimization.

Preferred Requirements

• Relevant experience in a Department of War environment.
• Familiarity with Department of War and specifically Army Software Modernization Policies.
• Secret Clearance with the US DoD.

Physical Requirements

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

EEO Statement

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.