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Requisition Number: 27892
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $90,872.00 - $130,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
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.
Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies
Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

• Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Summary
Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is looking for a Systems Engineer to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE), JLVC Modernization effort - Joint Staff J7(JS J-7) contract at our Suffolk, VA Joint Staff Complex.
What You Will Do
• Integrate, configure, and deploy federation components within a TS enclave, including protocol bridges, simulation controllers, and data interoperability tools
• Engineer and maintain systems supporting simulation services such as:
- HLA federation communication and RTI-based interactions
- Simulation display and control systems
- Terrain & geospatial data services (WMS, 3D models, raster/vector)
• Support implementation and enhancement of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) for secure TS-SIPR data transfer
• Work with developers to adapt tools for TS compliance, including data tagging, secure message protocols, and required security banners/labels
• Provide infrastructure engineering across development, staging, and production TS environments
• Support deployment and integration of new capabilities from the development pipeline
• Participate in DevSecOps workflows, contributing to integration, testing, accreditation, and release cycles
• Work closely with cybersecurity teams to ensure RMF, STIG, and other compliance requirements are met
• Support test, validation, performance, and interoperability events
• Troubleshoot distributed systems and provide timely resolutions
• Document architectures, configurations, and operational processes
What You Must Have
• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Must have an active TS/SCI Clearance
• Distributed systems experience: configuring, integrating, and troubleshooting multi node systems and networked environments
• Experience with HLA or similar M&S frameworks: understanding federation concepts, RTI communication, and FOM/SOM basics
• Experience working in secure or classified environments and familiarity with TS or SIPR networks
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of DevSecOps and CI/CD practices, including automated build and test processes, effective version control usage, and secure deployment methodologies.
• Cybersecurity and system hardening knowledge: RMF awareness, STIG application, secure baselining
• Linux and/or Windows server administration: installation, patching, log analysis, and performance management
• Strong communication skills for engaging with government, military, and technical teams
• Ability to operate in fast paced, high stakes environments
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Preferred Requirements
• Experience supporting Joint LVC (JLVC) simulation federations
• Familiarity with specific HLA RTI implementations and federation management tools
• Hands-on experience with cross-domain technologies, guards, or TS-SIPR data transfer solutions
• Experience with simulation tools such as JSPA, JTT SIM, RTI S, JTDS OBS, or terrain/geospatial systems
• Experience implementing data tagging, MLS solutions, or advanced information assurance controls
• Infrastructure engineering experience in on prem, hybrid, or classified cloud environments
• Experience with containerization (Docker) or orchestration platforms (Kubernetes)
• Experience with automated testing frameworks used in DevSecOps pipelines
• Professional certifications such as Security+, CISSP, AWS, or Kubernetes
Physical Requirements
Office, industrial, or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving materials may be required.
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.
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.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
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.