Job Description
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) is seeking an innovative, driven, and highly skilled Computer Scientist to join our mission-focused technology team. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy software solutions that directly support real-world Navy combat systems and national security missions.
You will work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment alongside engineers, analysts, and subject matter experts to build and enhance applications ranging from embedded systems to advanced simulations, visualization platforms, and geospatial tools. This position is ideal for individuals who are technically strong, mission-oriented, and motivated to apply their skills to meaningful, real-world challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and deploy software solutions across the full development lifecycle
- Contribute to modeling, simulation, and visualization efforts, including development using tools such as Unity or Unreal Engine
- Develop and integrate geospatial data solutions and mapping applications to support mission analysis and operational decision-making
- Work with geospatial technologies such as Cesium, ESRI ArcGIS, FME, or GDAL to process, visualize, and analyze spatial data
- Support combat systems and mission-focused applications, translating complex requirements into functional software solutions
- Perform embedded and web-based application development in support of operational systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define system capabilities, and deliver integrated solutions
- Conduct testing, debugging, and performance optimization to ensure reliability and effectiveness of systems
- Participate in Agile development practices, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and iterative delivery
- Maintain and enhance existing software systems to improve performance, scalability, and usability
- Analyze technical challenges and develop innovative, efficient solutions
- Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Desired Qualifications
- Strong programming experience in languages such as Java, C++, C#, or Python
- Experience with geospatial technologies such as Cesium, ESRI ArcGIS, FME, or GDAL
- Familiarity with geospatial data formats, coordinate systems, and spatial analysis concepts
- Experience with game engines or simulation tools (e.g., Unity or Unreal Engine) is highly desired
- Experience with SQL, HTML, JavaScript, or other web technologies
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
- Knowledge of systems integration, modeling & simulation, or real-time systems
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies
About NSWCDD
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), Dahlgren, Virginia, is one of the Navy’s premier research, development, test, and evaluation laboratories. NSWCDD leads the development and integration of advanced combat systems, supporting areas such as missile systems, autonomy, cyber capabilities, and next-generation warfare solutions.
Our scientists and engineers work on high-impact programs that directly support the warfighter—delivering innovative capabilities that deter and defeat our adversaries.
