Computer programmer Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

Job Title: Computer Engineer IIIJob Description

This role offers an opportunity for a Computer Engineer III to lead research, development, design, integration, testing, and lifecycle support of advanced Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Electronic Warfare (EW), and Carry-On Equipment (COE) systems. You will work primarily in Linux-based engineering and operational environments, collaborating across multiple disciplines to develop, integrate, troubleshoot, and sustain complex, mission-critical systems deployed on naval platforms. The position spans the full engineering lifecycle, from requirements definition and development through integration, test, deployment, troubleshooting, and post-delivery support.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate operational SIGINT, EW, and COE systems and recommend hardware, software, or system design modifications to resolve malfunctions, improve performance, address operational deficiencies, and incorporate new capabilities.
• Support requirements gathering and contribute to software development, integration, testing, validation, and implementation of software and code into system operating environments.
• Support field operations, including system installations, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and sustainment of SIGINT and EW systems aboard naval platforms.
• Analyze system performance and troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and system-level issues to identify root causes and develop appropriate corrective actions.
• Support Linux-based engineering and operational environments used for system development, integration, testing, and deployment.
• Conduct technical research and evaluate hardware and software technologies to identify lifecycle and obsolescence risks, and support the development of technology-refresh and replacement strategies.
• Develop and maintain engineering and technical documentation covering system configuration, operation, testing, troubleshooting, deployment, and lifecycle sustainment.
• Collaborate closely with software, RF, systems, test, and other engineering disciplines to support system development, integration, and operational requirements.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to less experienced personnel and support the training and professional development of junior engineering and technical staff.

Essential Skills

• Six (6) or more years of full-time professional experience supporting SIGINT, Electronic Warfare (EW), Carry-On Equipment (COE), or comparable complex electronic systems.
• Experience in test design and integration for complex electronic or RF systems.
• Experience in software development or software integration within engineering or operational environments.
• Experience performing performance analysis of complex systems and translating findings into corrective actions or design improvements.
• Experience working with Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and applying them to system design, integration, and support.
• Experience providing post-delivery or lifecycle support for complex electronic or RF systems.
• Hands-on experience working within Linux-based engineering or operational environments.
• Experience supporting the integration, testing, troubleshooting, or deployment of software within operational or engineering development systems.
• Experience evaluating operational systems and identifying hardware, software, or system-level modifications necessary to correct deficiencies or improve performance.
• Experience conducting technical research and supporting hardware and software replacement or technology-refresh strategies to proactively mitigate technological obsolescence.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with RF data acquisition, spectral analysis, signal processing, and DSP-based signal detection techniques.
• Familiarity with RF system design, analysis, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience using RF test and measurement equipment such as spectrum analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), signal generators, and related RF instrumentation.
• Experience integrating RF hardware, software, digital signal processing, and computer-based subsystems into larger SIGINT and EW systems.
• Experience supporting engineering development, prototype, or operational SIGINT and EW systems in both laboratory and field environments.
• Experience supporting systems installed aboard . Navy or other Department of Defense platforms.

Work Environment

This position is primarily on site at a Dam Neck facility, with occasional work at a nearby Norfolk site. You will work in a hands-on engineering and operational environment focused on SIGINT and EW systems, using Linux-based platforms, RF test equipment, and related instrumentation in both lab and field settings. The standard schedule is on site five days a week, typically from 7:00 . to 4:00 ., in a professional technical environment that supports collaboration across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $94000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Holidays, PTO, health, dental vision

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Virginia Beach, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Virginia Beach,VA.