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Software Engineer - Navy Training Software

Noblis

Philadelphia, PAJob$65–102K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$65–102K/yr
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

Noblis seeks a Software Engineer to develop, maintain, and deliver Machinery Control System Training software for DDG-51 destroyers. The engineer will contribute across the software life cycle, from requirements definition and development through testing, deployment, technical support, and maintenance. The role involves working with Navy personnel, contractors, original equipment manufacturers, and engineering management, and providing both distance and onsite software support.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Simulink ModelingMATLABSimulinkSimulink CoderC/C++ Code GenerationMicrosoft Visual StudioC++Software DevelopmentSoftware TestingTechnical DocumentationTCP/IPUDPNetwork TroubleshootingNetworked IP SystemsStanding and WalkingClimbingWorking in Confined SpacesManual DexterityLiftingBending and KneelingVisionHearingWorking in Varying EnvironmentsPhysical StaminaBalance and CoordinationEmergency Response

Qualifications

Engineering Discipline DegreeActive or Obtainable DoD Secret ClearanceU.S. CitizenshipValid or Obtainable U.S. PassportTravel 10%

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Responsibilities

Noblis MSD’s mission is to support the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and, Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWCPD) and their missions’ to enable research, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, engineering, systems integration, in-service and fleet engineering with cybersecurity, comprehensive logistics, and life-cycle savings. We are seeking a Software Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and delivery of Machinery Control System (MCS) Training software for DDG-51 Arleigh Burke Class Destroyers. The selected candidate will be interfacing with U.S. Navy civilian software and systems engineers, support contractors, U.S. Navy ships force, OEMs, and engineering management. The selected candidate will contribute to all aspects of the software life cycle including, but not limited to, requirements definition, software development, documentation, testing, deployment, technical support, and maintenance.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Develop and maintain working knowledge of the DDG-51 Machinery Control System (MCS) Training Software

  • Design, develop, test, install, and maintain MCS Training software and support software products

  • Work with MATLAB, Simulink, Simulink Coder (Real-Time Workshop), Microsoft Visual Studio, and Git version control

  • Identify and document software and system related problems

  • Resolve software problems through debugging, research, and investigation

  • Provide distance and onsite support for software problems

  • Prepare and maintain new and/or existing software requirements

  • Write, review, and maintain technical documentation such as user manuals, product specifications, and training materials

  • Participating in special projects as required

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s level Degree in an Engineering Discipline. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering degrees preferred, others will be considered based on experience.

  • Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to achieve DoD Secret clearance

  • US citizenship is required

  • Must have a valid US passport or ability to obtain one upon position acceptance

  • Ability to travel 10%

Physical Requirements

Employees working in naval industrial environments, whether shipboard or pierside, must meet certain physical requirements to safely perform essential job functions. Individuals must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods, often on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces, and must be able to climb vertical ladders, stairs, and steep inclines while carrying tools or equipment. The position requires the ability to work in confined spaces with limited ventilation and restricted movement, including crawling through narrow passageways and working in overhead or below-deck areas.

Workers must possess sufficient manual dexterity and grip strength to operate hand and power tools, manipulate controls, and handle materials weighing up to fifty pounds on a regular basis, with occasional lifting of heavier objects with assistance. The role demands the physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead repeatedly throughout the workday. Adequate vision is necessary to read technical manuals, identify color-coded systems, and detect safety hazards, while hearing capability must be sufficient to perceive warning signals, alarms, and verbal communications in noisy environments, with or without hearing protection.

Employees must be able to work in varying environmental conditions including extreme temperatures, high humidity, direct sunlight, and exposure to weather elements. The position requires the stamina to work extended shifts and the balance and coordination necessary to maintain stability on moving vessels. Workers must be capable of responding quickly to emergency situations, including evacuating confined spaces and moving to emergency stations. Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without such accommodations.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience developing and maintaining functional models using Simulink

  • Experience using MATLAB, Simulink, and Simulink Coder (Real-Time Workshop) to generate C/C++ source code

  • Experience using Microsoft Visual Studio to develop, compile, and debug source code in C++ Experience designing, developing, testing, and installing software and supporting software products

  • Experience writing, reviewing, and maintaining technical documentation such as, but not limited to, new or existing software requirements, user manuals, product specifications, and training materials

  • Basic knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP

  • Experience supporting and troubleshooting networked, IP-based systems both onsite and via distance support

Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org (https://careers.noblis.org/about-noblis/)

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards (https://noblis.org/who-we-are/awards/) for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us (https://noblis.org/contact) .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits (https://careers.noblis.org/benefits/) page on our Careers (https://careers.noblis.org/) site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $65,200.00 - USD $101,950.00 /Yr.

How this job compares

Set against the 33,585 open Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$65–102K/yr
  • Pennsylvania median$115–208K/yr407 salary ranges
  • US median$140–220K/yr26,891 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $84K, is 47% below the Pennsylvania median midpoint ($158K) — in the lowest quarter of Software Engineer salary ranges in Pennsylvania.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 590 open Software Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania and 33,585 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (27,197 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 12,701 of the 33,585 open Software Engineer jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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