Requisition Number: 27111

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $144,690.00 - $160,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies' Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination-not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems-from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers-HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy's national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

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.

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Summary

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking an experienced Modeling & Simulation (M&S) professional to lead the design, development, and integration of advanced simulation capabilities supporting military training, operational readiness, and mission analysis. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong operational understanding, and the ability to collaborate across services, partners, and stakeholders in demanding DoD environments. This position will support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) Joint Staff J7(JS J-7) contract at the Suffolk, VA Joint Staff Complex. Travel as needed to Suffolk, VA and other M&S partner sites to support collaboration, integration, and program success.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, and integrate training models and simulations to support operational readiness for military personnel and mission focused users.
• Develop software that simulates user behavior, system interactions, and mission dynamics across complex, multi domain environments.
• Build and integrate visualization tools that enhance user interaction with simulation models and support effective interpretation of results.
• Create and refine operational environment models to support scenario based simulations, evaluating system architectures, user workflows, and mission outcomes.
• Conduct studies and system analyses using computer based simulations to inform decisions on alternative architectures, mission strategies, and operational procedures.
• Perform mission effectiveness and operational analysis to assess system performance under varied conditions and provide actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, operators, and stakeholders to ensure simulation models accurately reflect real world systems and operational environments.
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise reports and technical briefings to leadership, clients, and cross functional teams.

What You Must Have

• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
• Extensive experience leading complex M&S initiatives and integrating advanced technologies within DoD environments.
• Proven expertise in building M&S architectures, including constructive, live, virtual, and hardware in the loop systems for large scale distributed training.
• Deep knowledge of M&S standards, including DIS/HLA protocols and distributed simulation integration.
• Demonstrated ability to translate operational requirements into technical features and lead cross functional development teams.
• Experience supporting joint and combined operations, including advising coalition and multinational partners on simulation integration.
• Participation in joint exercises and simulation based events to ensure interoperability across military branches and allied forces.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non technical audiences.
• Must have an active Secret security clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with advanced simulation tools (MATLAB, Simulink, Arena, etc.).
• Knowledge of military operations, tactics, and joint mission execution.
• Experience with simulation environments supporting military or defense training.
• Background in mission planning, operations analysis, and effectiveness assessments for large scale or joint operations.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools and techniques.
• Familiarity with system of systems modeling and multi domain simulation environments.
• Knowledge of machine learning or AI applications in modeling and simulation.
• Expertise with distributed simulation architectures (HLA, DIS).
• Experience with operational analysis tools and methodologies.
• Graduate of the Military Simulation Officer Course.
• Completion of advanced military education such as:
o Army War College
o Joint Qualified Officer Training
o Joint Military Simulation Courses
o U.S. Army Command and General Staff College

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; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

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

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.