Responsibilities
We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and delivery of Machinery Control System (MCS) software for DDG-51 Arleigh Burke Class Destroyers. The selected candidate will be interfacing with U.S. Navy civilian software and systems engineers, support contractors, U.S. Navy ships force, OEMs, and engineering management. The selected candidate will contribute to all aspects of the software life cycle including but not limited to requirements definition, software development, documentation, testing, deployment, support, and maintenance.
**DUTIES &** **RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Develop and maintain detailed knowledge of the DDG-51 Propulsion and Machinery Control System, including engine control logic, console software, and supporting interfaces.
+ Design, develop, modify, and integrate control logic using visual programming tools, as well as supporting software modules in Java, JavaScript, XML, Python, and Bash.
+ Enhance and maintain touchscreen HMI functionality for engine control, monitoring, fault handling, and operator interaction on Navy destroyer platforms.
+ Use Microsoft Visual Studio, Git, and associated development tools to implement, track, and version software changes across multiple system baselines.
+ Identify, document, and troubleshoot software and system behavior, including real-time control logic, data interfaces, and networked console operations.
+ Diagnose and resolve software anomalies through debugging, analysis, simulation, and collaboration with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams.
+ Provide remote and onsite technical support for propulsion control software and console applications at land-based test sites and shipboard locations as needed.
+ Develop, update, and maintain software requirements, design artifacts, test procedures, and verification documentation for software upgrades and system deliveries.
+ Write, review, and maintain technical documentation including user guides, interface control documents, configuration documents, and training materials.
+ Participate in engineering reviews, integration events, and special projects supporting system upgrades, cybersecurity compliance, and fleet modernization efforts.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering from an accredited college or university (other degrees will be considered based on experience)
+ Three (3) or more years of professional experience in software development in engineering and/or control systems
+ Ability to obtain a U.S. Passport - MUST be a US Citizen
+ Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain Secret Clearance
Desired Qualifications
+ Experience developing software for control systems or real-time operational environments.
+ Experience designing, testing, and integrating software supporting machinery or propulsion control systems.
+ Experience maintaining technical documentation such as software requirements, interface descriptions, and system or user documentation.
+ Basic knowledge of network communication protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP.
+ Experience supporting and troubleshooting networked, IP-based control systems both onsite and remotely.
+ Experience with visual programming environments used for control logic development.
+ Experience developing or maintaining software in Java, JavaScript, XML, Python, or Bash.
+ Experience working with or developing touchscreen HMI applications.
Overview
Noblis ( and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us (
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Total Rewards
At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits ( page on our Careers ( site.
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.
Posted Salary Range
USD $78,900.00 - USD $123,300.00 /Yr.