Senior UI Software Engineer

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Senior UI Software Engineer

ID: 2026-72306
US-VA-Manassas
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 4/28/2026
Category: Engineering-Software
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.


Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus 3 years relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required in a reasonable amount of time. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required. Candidate must be able to work onsite.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. Thats the opportunity thats waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nations heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced they redefine innovation for the world. Its an amazing challenge. And its waiting for you now.

We are ready to hire an experienced JavaScript User Interface Software Engineer to develop software for a next-generation sonar array for future United States Navy submarines, pioneering the use of AI in mission-critical systems. This role will heavily rely on AI-generated software, and your primary responsibility will be to craft effective prompts to produce code. You will then apply your deep engineering expertise to take that AI-generated code and make it function correctly by debugging, refining, and integrating it with other pieces of the system.

As a key member of our team, your talent for blending prompt engineering with hands-on software integration and testing will be front and center. You will be instrumental in transforming AI-generated concepts into robust, fully functional, and tested applications that allow the Navy to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

What youll experience:

• Develop JavaScript-based user interfaces within a Linux environment to meet the system requirements for the Navy.
• Write code, test, integrate and document software solutions.
• Analyze system, functional, and performance requirements and how they impact new or existing UI code.
• Utilize AI prompts to generate and run functional code to meet system requirements
• Conduct software peer reviews for others on your team.
• Perform software unit testing and support integration and test activities.
• Build user interface software to demonstrate next-generation sonar array functionality.

What you bring to the table:

• Strong understanding of software engineering concepts, principles, and theories.
• Solid knowledge of the software development process.
• Proficient in JavaScript UI development (e.g., React).
• Experience developing with AI-assisted or AI-generated code.
• Redhat/Linux experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of technology trends and the ability to advocate for new ideas, products, and process improvements.
• Ability to effectively handle complex assignments and work through challenging problems with external and internal stakeholders.
• Creative thinking with the ability to effectively multi-task.
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is On-Site at the Progeny Manassas facility.

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $118,519.00 - USD $131,482.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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General Dynamics Mission Systems is a technology integrator and original equipment manufacturer that provides mission critical solutions across ground, sea, air, space and cyberspace.

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