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This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

HII’s Leadership Capability Framework outlines the core capabilities expected of all leaders across Mission Technologies. Leaders are accountable for demonstrating strength in:

• Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment.
• Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross‑functional partnerships.
• Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results.
• Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners.
• Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities.
• Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose.

These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission.

HII Mission Technologies is searching for a Solution Architect to join our team in Springfield, VA. This role is responsible for the technical leadership with the ability to work alongside stakeholders to ensure accurate information and the ability to deliver on time. Included in management of the technical aspects this role is also going to balance budgeting, time and security of the project and team. This is a great opportunity to bring your technical knowledge to our growing team and help us support our mission.

Salary range mid level : $107,643- $199,909

Salary range senior level : $133,073- $247,136

You will design and guide the implementation of enterprise technology solutions that align with organizational goals, technical standards, and long‑term strategic direction. In this role, you translate business and mission requirements into scalable, secure, and well‑integrated architectures that support reliable operations and future growth.

Key responsibilities include working closely with stakeholders to understand functional needs, developing architecture artifacts, and defining solution patterns that ensure consistency and interoperability across systems.

You will evaluate technologies, create conceptual and logical designs, and support teams in implementing solutions that meet performance, security, and compliance requirements.

You may also contribute to prototyping efforts, integration strategies, and documentation of architecture decisions.

Additionally, you will validate solutions through reviews and testing, provide technical guidance throughout the delivery lifecycle, and ensure architectures remain aligned with organizational standards, engineering best practices, and mission objectives.

Mid Level : 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.

Senior level : 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.

TS/SCI clearance minimum to start with ability to obtain CI Poly.

7+ years solution development and/systems engineering expertise. Demonstrated experience balancing technical feasibility with business constraints (budget, time, and security).

CSWF: 651-Intermediate

Architectural frameworks formal training or vendor certification on (e.g., DoDAF, Zachman Framework, TOGAF).

Cloud computing formal training or vendor certifications (e.g., AWS Certification Solutions Architect – Professional, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert)

Technical breadth across multiple domains (e.g., cloud computing, database, systems administration, networking, DevSecOps, infrastructure).

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

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.

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