Joint Wargaming AI Integration (Engineer Software 2) 29101

Requisition Number:29101

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$105000.00-$115000.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Mid

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS).Mission Technologies Global Security (GS) group comprises live virtual constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

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 coordinationnot 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 systemsfrom small watercraft to submarines surface combatants and aircraft carriersHII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energys 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.

Leadership Mindset at HII Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework we define how every employee grows leads and contributesregardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships Communicate openly collaborate well and build trust.
• Take Ownership Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future Bring ideas curiosity and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

Mission Technologies a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Software Engineer to support the Joint Wargaming and Experimentation Division (JWED) as part of the Globally Integrated Wargame Modernization effort for Joint Staff J7. This hybrid role is based at the Joint Staff Complex in Suffolk VA.
In this position you will help deploy and configure AI solutionsincluding large language models (LLMs)in secure air gapped environments. Were looking for someone with strong foundational Linux and containerization skills who is eager to work with emerging AI technologies. Deep model training expertise is not required.

What You Will Do

Install and configure LLM solutions in air gapped environments
Optimize vLLM performance for efficient model inference
Maintain and manage files for vLLM and Open WebUI
Write basic Python scripts to support automation and integration
Deploy and troubleshoot Docker based applications
Configure and administer Linux systems
Document deployment processes and troubleshooting steps
Monitor system performance and resource utilization
Work with cross functional teams to integrate AI capabilities
Support testing and validation of AI deployments
Follow security and compliance requirements for secure environments
Assist with version control and configuration management

What You Must Have

2 years 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.
Hands on Linux experience (installation configuration command line)
Working knowledge of Docker and containerization
Basic Python scripting skills
Understanding of YAML configuration
Familiarity with AI/ML concepts (LLMs inference deployment)
Strong troubleshooting and problem solving abilities
Ability to work independently in isolated or air gapped networks
Strong communication and organizational skills
Self motivated quick learner
Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI

Preferred Requirements

Experience with LLM platforms (vLLM Ollama TGI etc.)
Experience with Open WebUI or similar tools
Knowledge of GPU accelerated computing and CUDA
Experience with system performance monitoring and optimization
Understanding of REST APIs and basic API integration
Git version control experience
Familiarity with infrastructure as code concepts
Experience in secure classified or air gapped environments
GOTS/COTS software integration experience
Knowledge of container resource management
Exposure to CI/CD concepts

Physical Requirements

Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements Software Engineer family.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the roles location expectations and responsibilities. When extending an offer HIIs Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include but are not limited to the roles function and a candidates education or training work experience and key skills.

Meet HIIs Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7000 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 thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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HII is more than a job - its 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.

Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll 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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin physical or mental disability age or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.

Do You Need Assistance
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Required Experience:

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Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 105000 - 115000