Engineer/Scientist I

Ignite Digital is a company focused on enhancing national security through innovative technology solutions. They are seeking a skilled Engineer/Scientist I to support a US Navy software maintenance initiative, involving software development, testing, and system support for critical operational capabilities.

What you'll do:

• Support software development, maintenance, and engineering tasks across project efforts
• Assist with systems and equipment support, troubleshooting, and sustainment
• Contribute to test and evaluation activities, reporting, and documentation
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop, refine, and validate technical solutions
• Apply engineering principles to support modeling, analysis, system assessments, and technical workflow improvement
• Collaborate with government and contractor personnel to meet project objectives and timelines

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor of Science degree in one of the following fields: Engineering, Physics, Network Security, Information Systems, or Computer Science
• Candidates with software or computer‑focused degrees must be actively working toward one of the following within 18 months of assuming duties: Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM), Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP), or a vendor/platform‑specific certification such as: Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), Microsoft Certified Applications Developer (MCAD), Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA), Sun Certified Professional (SCP), Red Hat Certification Program (RHCP), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Certified SAFe/Agile Software Engineer, Certified SAFe DevOps Practitioner, Certified SAFe Architect, AWS Foundational, Associate, or Professional certifications
• One (1) year of experience in software development and maintenance including: Systems/equipment support, Test and evaluation support
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET Security Clearance
• Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and collaborative mindset
• Ability to support complex engineering and software development tasks in a dynamic environment
• Experience with DoW C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems is strongly preferred, though relevant industry experience supporting complex solutions may be considered with COR approval

Benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO
• Education stipends and referral bonuses
• Compelling work with the U.S. federal government
• Strong emphasis on volunteer and community engagement
• Opportunity to shape the future of our industry
• Supportive colleagues and management who invest in your growth