Entry Level Software Engineer

Amentum is seeking a talented Entry Level Software Engineer/Software Developer to support the Naval Research Operations. The Entry Level Software Engineer will be developing software on an Agile Software Development team of 7 or less developers to create software for a current Naval program. Create Software or convert code from either C++, Matlab, Java or Python to C++, Python or other language to streamline and modernize software for Naval Research systems and naval research technology.

Entry Level Software Engineer/Software Developer Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and/or verify software system specifications and requirements documentation, develop support system software capabilities, features, or enhancements.

• Plans, performs, and lead software design, coding, and testing.

• Work with customers and engineers in an adaptive Agile environment, build and maintaining the latest Sim/Stim development tools, helping expand our M&S capability.

• Primary work location will be in Fredericksburg, VA or Dahlgren, VA with occasional telecommute or travel opportunities. 

Amentum is a leading global provider of technical and engineering services to government and commercial customers. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges in the defense, intelligence, and civilian markets. With 50,000 employees worldwide, we leverage our extensive experience, cutting-edge technology, and proven processes to provide exceptional value to our customers.

Minimum Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree (in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or Physics)

• Experience with and proficient with at least one of the following Object-oriented programming (OOP) languages: C/C++, C Sharp (C#), Java, or Python.

• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance (at a minimum, must receive/be approved for an interim Secret security clearance in order to start) Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a SECRET Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• C++, Python, or Java experience.; Any DOD experience in programs or operations.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.