Part-Time Joint Simulation Bus (JBUS) Developer (Engineer Softwa with Security Clearance

Requisition Number: 21629 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $83,028.00 - $118,612.00 Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain Level of Experience: Senior This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Global Security comprises live, virtual, constructive training and range systems, services and operations; fleet maintenance, repair, operations and sustainment; nuclear; and international. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination-not readiness in piece-parts. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems-from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers-HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy's national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: Job Description HII Mission Technologies is currently seeking a part-time Joint Simulation Bus (JBUS) Developer to support our client based in Norfolk, VA. The Joint Simulation Bus (JBUS) Developer is responsible for the life-cycle software engineering of JBUS system interfaces to meet Navy Service Program Manager objectives. JBUS is the Navy Continuous Training Environment's (NCTE) primary application for performing simulation and C4I protocol translations and application level filtering. It bridges many architectures and protocols using plugins specialized for each architecture. JBUS translates messages both on the syntactic level, reordering fields and changing their datatypes, and on the semantic level, mapping enumerations and filling in missing fields and packets. The NCTE is an integrating architecture (networks, simulations, simulation routing equipment, data translation devices, and C5I systems) that forms a LVC range for distributed training. The JBUS Developer is a contributor to the NCTE software engineering activities in support of Fleet LVC training (LVCt), Joint LVCt, and Unit Level Training. NCTE Software Engineering provides modeling and simulation application development, LVC systems integration support, and in-service engineering support to US Fleet Forces (USFF) and the Number Fleets. The NCTE Software Engineering team is directly responsible, in this context, for developing and maintaining technical solutions and standards to provide the greatest level of training capability to the warfighter, at the lowest possible cost, at the fastest pace achievable. Essential Job Responsibilities Under direct supervision, this developer will receive prioritized requirements from the NCTE Engineering leadership, work with end users to achieve robust, maintainable and effective simulation and C4I interfaces, and support the continuous improvement of the software infrastructure. The developer will be required to work with a team of developers and subject matter experts to develop, enhance, integrate, and support JBUS. Primary development is done on Red Hat Linux 7/8/9 platforms using IntelliJ and other relevant IDEs to write Java and JavaScript (Sencha ExtJS, Vue.JS). Shell scripting is used to help automate tasks and query information. Git is the primary revision control system.
Assists in the writing and/or presentation of briefings (reports on analyses, findings, and project progress), project or task plans, system specification manuals, technical reports and user manuals.
Participates in the preparation of technical proposals. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
Client Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline plus 5 or more years of directly related experience developing and maintaining software. Subsequent to employment, achieving employer funded Security+ and an OS certification will be required if the successful candidate does not have them already. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for more than 5 years applicable work experience. Work experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experience.
Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Comprehensive understanding and usage of the Java programming language.
Experience in development of multi-threaded applications.
Experience with Eclipse, Intelllij, or other Java-related IDE.
JBUS knowledge.
Strong understanding of object oriented (OO) design and development.
Experience with and willingness to use an IDE for development.
Experience with Java debugging tools.
Ability to obtain related technical certifications.
Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to provide on-site support.
Ability to support in a part-time status.
Preferred Requirements The following are desired skillsets: Experience using Software Configuration Management Tools such as SVN or GIT
Experience with JUnit unit testing framework
Experience with Agile Development
Experience with development in a Linux/Unix environment
JavaScript development experience
Experience with Systems Engineering
Development experience in Test and Training Enabling Architecture (TENA), High Level Architecture (HLA), and/or Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) protocols
Experience with Apache ActiveMQ
Knowledge of Gradle build system
Experience with Open Source Gateway Initiative (OSGi) frameworks
Experience with CSS and HTML
Experience with continuous integration and analysis tools such as Jenkins and SonarQube
Experience with implementation of crtyptographic log-on (CLO) in applications
Experience with secure programming techniques such as those defined in the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Application Security and Development (ASD) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG)
Experience with applying role and/or user based permissions to application access
Database development experience
Shell Scripting or knowledge of other Scripting language
C/C++ development experience
Security+ and Linux+ certifications
Experience with C4I Systems
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. 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. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity . click apply for full job details