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 QualificationsEducation:
- 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 environments
- Commitment 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.
