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Agile Defense, Inc.

Computer Engineer III

mclean, VA

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Job description

About Agile Defense

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1872

Job Title: Computer Engineer

Location: Mclean, VA | Virginia Beach, VA

Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start

Agile Defense is seeking a Computer Engineer III with comprehensive experience designing, developing, and managing complex DoD software and training systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong engineering expertise across computer architecture, simulation technologies, real‑time messaging, and Navy Combat Systems, delivering reliable, high-performance solutions in demanding operational environments.

Demonstrated experience managing DoD software projects from cradle to grave

Demonstrated knowledge of IEEE and other industry standards/best practices

Demonstrated experience in Combat System design, core technologies and Combat System training

execution

Demonstrated experience in Computer System architecture design and development

Demonstrated experience with C, C++ and Java

Demonstrated experience with real time messaging products such as Data Distribution Service (DDS)

Demonstrated experience with simulation architecture standards such as High Level Architecture (HLA)and Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS)

Demonstrated experience managing software version control and/or software source code basemanagement

Demonstrated experience with DoD training systems and training tool development

Demonstrated experience in the following areas:

Computer Architecture

Red Hat Linux

Virtualization Technologies such as:

VMWare and RHEV

Model Based Systems Engineering Software

Demonstrated specialized experience performing work in each of the following Naval System areas:

Aegis

SSDS

NAVSSI

GPNTS

BFTT / ATD

Master's level degree in one of the following areas: Computer, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering; Computer Science; Information Systems Management, or; Systems Engineering

Ten (10) years of professional experience in one or more of the following fields: Software development; or Computer Networks; or Systems Engineering with an emphasis on software development and integration.

Must be able to travel up to 20% CONUS & OCONUS

Must be a U.S. citizen and have an active Secret clearance at minimum

Our Core Values

Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Worksite address

mclean, VA, 22107, US

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