Requisition Number: 29564
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $78,405.00 - $90,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Mid
Summary
Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is looking for a talented Software Engineer to support the development of Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) gaming simulations for the U.S. Department of Defense. This role focuses on creating high quality 3D models and gaming terrain for use across multiple simulation and training platforms.
What You Will Do
• Create and publish high quality, exercise ready 3D models in various formats
• Produce models that meet Unity and .fbx/.3ds Max requirements
• Maintain and update 3D model and texture libraries
• Work directly with source data providers, planners, and customers to gather and refine requirements
• Test and optimize models to ensure proper rendering in simulation environments
• Collaborate with cross functional team members to troubleshoot, adjust, and enhance 3D models throughout the production lifecycle
What You Must Have
• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Art, Gaming, Graphics, or related field, plus 2-4 years of relevant experience
• Strong experience in 3D modeling, texturing, scripting, and animation for gaming or simulation environments
• Skilled in UV mapping, polygon optimization, LOD design, and high/low poly modeling
• Proficiency with tools such as 3ds Max, UV Layout, Maya, Adobe Photoshop, or Blender
• Familiarity with formats such as .flt, .obj, .skp, and .hpy
• Experience with Unity3D, Unreal Engine, CryEngine, Havok, VBS, or similar platforms preferred
• Experience with animation, rigging, or weighting
• Basic knowledge of C++, C#, or JavaScript within a game engine environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• U.S. citizenship required; must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance
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.
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. 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.
