Embedded Systems Software Engineer (Engineer Software 4) - 29063

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 111,461 - 150,802; Full time

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies seeks a highly skilled SME in Embedded Systems DevOps to establish modern DevOps practices for embedded platforms and to mentor project teams. You will design automated pipelines, enable hardware-in-the-loop testing, and drive modernization of software lifecycles for ground vehicle platforms.

The role is on-site in Warren, MI with a focus on CI/CD, IaC, and AI-enabled tooling to boost productivity and product quality across teams working on defense programs.

Qualifications

• 9 years of related experience with Bachelor’s; 7 years with Master; 4 years with PhD/JD or 13 years with HS diploma.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years blending embedded systems engineering with DevOps/Release Engineering.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance with the US DoD.

Responsibilities

• Pipeline Design & Standardization for embedded systems with hardware-in-the-loop testing.
• Team bootstrapping and architecture of baseline automation architectures.
• Mentorship to drive adoption of DevOps and modern software practices.
• Operational support and debugging of pipeline automation infrastructure.
• AI integration and innovation to embed AI into workflows and improve efficiency.

Skills

Embedded software development

CI/CD pipelines

IaC (Terraform/Ansible)

Docker/Kubernetes

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor’s or Master in CS/CE/SE

Tools

GitLab

Terraform

Ansible

ROS/AUTOSAR

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Embedded Systems Software Engineer (Engineer Software 4) - 29063

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:SeniorHI

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 the 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 at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. 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.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies has been selected as one of Military.com's "Top 25 Employers for Veterans in 2024" and we are a Forbes Best Large Employer for 2023!!!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking talented and motivated Software Developers to join our team!

Position Summary:
HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Embedded Systems DevOps (Software Engineer 4) support and upskill our project teams. The primary goal of this role is 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 Gound Vehicle System Center and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers!

Details below!

• 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, helping to upskill and organically grow 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 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.
• 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.
• 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
• 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 Software Engineer family.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
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