Angular/React Front End Developer (Software Engineer) 3 - 27268

Requisition Details

• Requisition Number: 27268
• Required Travel: 0 – 10%
• Employment Type: Full Time / Salaried / Exempt
• Anticipated Salary Range: $130,000.00 – $150,000.00
• Security Clearance: Secret
• Level of Experience: Mid

About the Business Group

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

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: https://vimeo.com/732533072

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Position Overview

HII – Mission Technologies is seeking a skilled React Front‑End Developer with strong UX/UI design expertise to join our growing team. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about building intuitive, responsive, and visually engaging user experiences using modern React frameworks and best practices. This role bridges design and development, ensuring that our applications are not only functional and performant but also visually appealing and user‑friendly.

Responsibilities

• Develop responsive, high‑quality web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate wireframes and prototypes into functional code.
• Design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Ensure accessibility, cross‑browser compatibility, and performance optimization.
• Implement and maintain design systems and reusable UI components.
• Conduct user testing and iterate based on feedback to improve user experience.
• Work closely with back‑end developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless functionality.
• Assist with the creation, enhancement, and maintenance of web applications.
• Work closely with designers, backend engineers, and data scientists to build holistic user experiences.
• Troubleshoot customer‑reported issues in applications and provide support.
• Write unit tests and conduct quality assurance testing.
• Lead development of classification marking and access‑control tooling.
• Mentor junior developers and improve team development processes.
• Analyze system requirements and support architecture documentation.
• Perform full lifecycle development and troubleshooting.
• Work independently or as part of a collaborative development team.
• Review and test software components to ensure adherence to design requirements and document test results.
• Resolve software problem reports and implement corrective actions.
• Utilize software development and design methodologies appropriate to the development environment.
• Provide input to system‑level design decisions, including hardware/software trade‑offs, software reuse, and the use of COTS/GOTS in place of new development.
• Conduct requirements analysis and synthesize system‑level requirements into individual software components.

Requirements

• Experience/Education:
  • 5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or
  • 3 years relevant experience with a Master’s degree in a related field; or
  • 0 years experience with a PhD or Juris Doctorate in a related field; or
  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Security Clearance: A current Secret level U.S. Government security clearance is required with ability to upgrade.
• Citizenship: U.S. citizenship.
• Technical Skills:
  • Software Engineering, Modern Front‑End Frameworks and Libraries (e.g., Vue, React, Angular).
  • Experience with the agile software lifecycle.
  • Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Git, Nexus, Maven).
• Compliance: IATT Level 2 Compliance – must possess or be able to obtain within 60 days of start of employment (CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or SSCP).
• Other Requirements:
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and work well both independently and in a team setting.
  • Problem‑solving skills and ability to review information and compile data appropriately as needed.
  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 1–2 days per month in Odenton, MD.
  • Flexibility is essential to adapt to schedule changes as needed.

Preferred Requirements

• Understanding of AGILE software development methodologies and use of standard software development tool suites (e.g., JIRA, Confluence, YouTrack, GitHub, etc.).
• Current Top Secret level U.S. Government security clearance.
• Comfortable working on a Linux command line.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone, video, and in‑person meetings.
• Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds (e.g., moving laptops or small equipment).
• Ability to travel as required (if applicable).
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods while performing job duties.
• Visual acuity to review detailed code and documentation on screens.

Benefits & Compensation

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 and employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• Financial planning tools, life insurance, and employee discounts
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships
• Bonus/other non‑recurrent compensation (occasionally offered for qualified positions; details addressed by recruiter during screening)

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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Accommodation Request

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email buildyourcareer@hii-co.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

You may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance (Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies).