Engineer/Scientist II

Ignite Digital; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & PTO

Education stipends & bonuses

Work with U.S. federal government

Volunteer & community engagement

Shape the future of the industry

Supportive colleagues & management

Job summary

Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Engineer/Scientist II to provide engineering, systems support, and software development expertise for a US Navy software maintenance initiative in the Norfolk, VA area.

This role supports mission-critical Navy and joint operational readiness activities, applying advanced engineering and analytical skills to help modernize, develop, sustain, and test complex defense systems.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities and clear communication.
• Ability to work across technical teams and customer environments.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, Network Security, Information Systems or Computer Science.

Responsibilities

• Support software development, sustainment, and modernization activities across project efforts.
• Conduct systems/equipment support, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment activities.
• Perform test & evaluation support including documentation, data analysis, and reporting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and refine technical solutions.
• Apply engineering principles to model, assess, and improve mission and maintenance workflows.
• Support government customer objectives through disciplined engineering, testing, and project execution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, Network Security, Information Systems, or Computer Science

Job description

Ignite Digital enables national security agencies to accelerate decisions, elevate operational outcomes and achieve the outsized performance only an inside partner can deliver.

We combine mission experience, domain knowledge and technologyexpertisewith the things partners can only know by being there every day. When agencies need a combination of tech and touch, Ignite Digital creates outcome-driving partnerships and stands with agencies toaccomplishmissionobjectives.

Ignite Digital accelerates capability to the speed of every mission, deploying intelligent solutions and AI integration for faster, better transformation. Ignite delivers partnership beyond presentations to inspire the confidence to lead in a digital-forward world.

Ignite Digital. The Edge from Within.

Perks of Working at Ignite Digital:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth

Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Engineer/Scientist II to provide engineering, systems support, and software development expertise for a US Navy software maintenance initiative in the Norfolk, VA area. This role supports mission‑critical Navy and joint operational readiness activities, applying advanced engineering and analytical skills to help modernize, develop, sustain, and test complex defense systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support software development, sustainment, and modernization activities across project efforts
• Conduct systems/equipment support, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment activities
• Perform test & evaluation support including documentation, data analysis, and reporting
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and refine technical solutions
• Apply engineering principles to model, assess, and improve mission and maintenance workflows
• Support government customer objectives through disciplined engineering, testing, and project execution

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in one of the following fields:
  Engineering, Physics, Network Security, Information Systems, or Computer Science

Certification Requirement (Software Engineer or Computer‑Related Degrees):
Candidates with software or computer‑focused degrees must be actively working toward one of the following within 18 months of assuming duties:

• Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM)
• Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP)
  OR (with COR approval) one vendor/platform‑specific certification such as:
• Microsoft: MCSD, MCAD, MCDBA
• Sun Certified Professional (SCP)
• Red Hat Certification Program (RHCP)
• Cisco: CCNP, CCDP
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
• Certified SAFe/Agile Software Engineer
• Certified SAFe DevOps Practitioner
• Certified SAFe Architect
• AWS Foundational, Associate, or Professional certifications

Experience:

• Three (3) years of experience in software development and maintenance, including:
  Systems/equipment support
  Test & evaluation support
• One (1) year of technical experience supporting a software development and maintenance project/program
  (This year of experience may be achieved concurrently with the above requirements.)
• Experience with DoW C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems strongly preferred.
  Relevant industry experience supporting complex solutions may be considered with COR approval.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance
• Strong analytical skills, problem‑solving abilities, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively across technical teams and customer environmentsCommitment to structured development practices and disciplined engineering methodologies

Salary: $80k+ to align with education & experience

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Ignite Digital is a Small Business committed to providing exceptional service to government agencies at competitive prices. The capabilities and experience of our staff and our extensive industry relationships distinguish Ignite Digital Services among government contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For individuals who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://bit.ly/2XqZoLM (CA) or https://bit.ly/3Eo922f (SC) or contact Human Resources. Ignite Digital Services will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal employment opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will Ignite Digital Services require, in a posting or otherwise, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract.

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