Software Engineer, Associate (Entry Level)

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); West Milton (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

401(k) Savings program

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is seeking a software engineer to join the SWAT team working on simulator instructor stations and infrastructure software for NNPP simulators.

The role emphasizes modern software engineering practices, secure coding, and collaboration across a diverse technical environment. Candidates should have a strong foundation in C#/C++/Java and web development, with a focus on quality and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Proven understanding of modern software engineering practices and secure coding.
• Experience with lifecycle tools and version control is expected.
• Experience with C#, C++, or Java and OO design.
• Experience in team-based projects and reading/modifying existing code.
• Familiarity with web development: HTML/CSS/JS and a web framework.
• Strong documentation and unit testing emphasis in projects.
• Able to communicate technical work effectively to peers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and test software supporting simulator instructor station and infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain software for NNPP simulators in a diverse technical environment.
• Collaborate with team to support software lifecycle and training products.
• Review code, perform tests, and ensure software quality.

Skills

Modern software engineering practices

Secure coding concepts

Azure DevOps

Jira

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Git

C#

C++

Java

Team-based development

Web app development (HTML/CSS/JS)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering/CS/CE

Master's degree in Software Engineering/CS/CE

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Git

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Job description

• Build/CI tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps)

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) Software Architecture and Technology (SWAT) team is responsible for the development and lifecycle support of multiple fleet and student pipeline simulation software products vital to the state‑of‑the‑art, high‑fidelity simulators for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). The position will provide an opportunity for the successful candidate to research, design, and test software supporting the simulator instructor station software and other infrastructure software and tools vital to the simulation training products. The candidate will work in a technically diverse environment with a team to support the NNPP simulators.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science; or
• Masters degree from an accredited college or university in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.

Preferred Skills

• Able to apply modern software engineering practices (e.g., agile development, code reviews, issue tracking).
• Understanding of secure coding concepts and willingness to learn and apply secure software development practices.
• Exposure to tools supporting the software development lifecycle, such as:
  • Requirements or issue tracking tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira)
  • Build/CI tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
  • Version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Academic or project experience programming in C#, C++, and/or Java, including object‑oriented design.
• Experience working on team‑based software projects (course projects, labs, internships), including reading and modifying existing code.
• Familiarity from coursework or projects with some of the following:
  • Full‑stack or multi‑layered application development (UI, application logic, and data)
  • Inter‑process communication or client‑server applications
  • Relational databases and basic SQL
• Demonstrated attention to software quality through documentation and unit testing in class projects or internships.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, demonstrated through technical coursework, projects, or research.
• Coursework or project experience with web application development, using technologies such as HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and a web framework (e.g., ASP.NET, React, Angular, or similar).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical work to peers and project stakeholders.
• Interest in real‑time or high‑fidelity simulation systems, or in learning complex technical domains.

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$63,900.00 - $97,800.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense‑owned Nuclear Power Training Unit‑Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world‑class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.