Joint Wargaming AI Integration (Engineer Software 2) - 29101

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Suffolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness resources

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries in Suffolk, VA is searching for a Software Engineer to support their Joint Wargaming and Experimentation Division. The role involves deploying AI solutions in secure environments and requires strong Linux and containerization skills.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree related to the field or equivalent experience, along with a background in Docker and Python scripting.

The position offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience with Bachelor’s in a related field.
• Hands-on Linux experience (installation and command line).
• Working knowledge of Docker and containerization.
• Basic Python scripting skills required.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure LLM solutions in air gapped environments.
• Deploy and troubleshoot Docker-based applications.
• Document deployment processes and troubleshooting steps.
• Monitor system performance and resource utilization.
• Support testing and validation of AI deployments.

Skills

Linux experience

Docker and containerization

Python scripting

YAML configuration

AI/ML concepts

Troubleshooting and problem solving

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s in a related field

Master’s in a related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Python

Git

Job description

Joint Wargaming AI Integration (Engineer Software 2) - 29101

Location: Suffolk, VA, Virginia, United States

Requisition Number: 29101

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $105,000.00-$115,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

Summary

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Joint Wargaming and Experimentation Division (JWED) as part of the Globally Integrated Wargame Modernization effort for Joint Staff J7. This hybrid role is based at the Joint Staff Complex in Suffolk, VA. In this position, you will help deploy and configure AI solutions—including large language models (LLMs)—in secure, air gapped environments. We’re looking for someone with strong foundational Linux and containerization skills who is eager to work with emerging AI technologies. Deep model training expertise is not required.

What You Will Do

• Install and configure LLM solutions in air gapped environments
• Optimize vLLM performance for efficient model inference
• Maintain and manage compose.yaml files for vLLM and Open WebUI
• Write basic Python scripts to support automation and integration
• Deploy and troubleshoot Docker based applications
• Configure and administer Linux systems
• Document deployment processes and troubleshooting steps
• Monitor system performance and resource utilization
• Work with cross functional teams to integrate AI capabilities
• Support testing and validation of AI deployments
• Follow security and compliance requirements for secure environments
• Assist with version control and configuration management

What You Must Have

• 2 years experience with Bachelor’s in a related field; 0 years experience with Master’s in a related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• Hands on Linux experience (installation, configuration, command line)
• Working knowledge of Docker and containerization
• Basic Python scripting skills
• Understanding of YAML configuration
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts (LLMs, inference, deployment)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving abilities
• Ability to work independently in isolated or air gapped networks
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self motivated, quick learner
• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with LLM platforms (vLLM, Ollama, TGI, etc.)
• Experience with Open WebUI or similar tools
• Knowledge of GPU accelerated computing and CUDA
• Experience with system performance monitoring and optimization
• Understanding of REST APIs and basic API integration
• Git version control experience
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code concepts
• Experience in secure, classified, or air gapped environments
• GOTS/COTS software integration experience
• Knowledge of container resource management
• Exposure to CI/CD concepts

Physical Requirements

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

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

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, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.