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Requisition Number: 23327

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $85,655.00 - $115,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Senior HI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

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

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies has been selected as one of Military.com's "Top 25 Employers for Veterans in 2024" and we are a Forbes Best Large Employer for 2023!!!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are seeking talented and motivated Spectrum and Radio Frequency Professionals to join our team!

Position Summary:

HII - Mission Technologies is seeking an RF Data Link Lead in the execution and delivery of contract services. The role encompasses working up and down the leadership chain, within and across teams as required to provide excellence in all we do. The position will primarily work from a traditional office environment but may travel as required to conduct surveys and inspections of communications equipment and communications devices (antenna, etc.) to review and validate technical specifications installed to ascertain the necessary information to support the establishment of the necessary data to support the task outcome. Additionally, the position may participate in working groups, technical exchange meetings, conferences, and other activities to identify and establish the baseline of current capabilities and stakeholder roadmaps on future capability integration plans.

This role requires on site work in Mary Esther, FL and cannot be done remotely.

Come support our work with Air Force Special Operations Command and join a world class team of groundbreaking scientists and engineers!

Details below!

What you will do

In this role the RF Data Link Lead will:

+ Work closely with the government to support and develop the Special Warfare Technology Integration Support Cooperative (SW TISC) RF/DL initiatives in support of SOF operations globally.

+ Lead a small RF/DL team of dedicated professionals to integrate with other local TISCs in a Development, Engineering Evaluation, and Test lab, testing and exploit new and emerging technologies for the advancement of SOF missions

+ Work as a member of a diverse engineering, testing and support team to ensure all operating mission nodes (operations centers, airborne weapon systems, ground teams, and other) can interoperate and execute synchronized mission activities via their mission systems connected through various mission networks

+ Ensure RF/DL systems are interoperable and networked within and external to SOF forces

+ Support integration of conventional, special operations, and other systems into tactical kits used in-garrison and deployed.

+ Work with other functional area leads to ensure full support and integration of unique components and government systems of record

+ Lead small- to large-sized projects and ensures deliverables and timelines are met in accordance with the project plan

+ Provide training for products, systems and services fielded and/or supported by the SW TISC

+ Assess RF and data link systems on aircraft and ground platforms to determine their technical specifications, capabilities, and limitations.

+ Identify gaps in data-sharing capabilities across systems and recommend solutions to close those gaps.

+ Develop and maintain a database to catalog system capabilities and gaps.

+ Analyze spectrum allocation, availability, and potential conflicts in operational environments.

+ Produce actionable reports outlining requirements to mitigate risks and improve communications

+ Work with stakeholders to draft acquisition requirements for future systems and services.

+ Review architectures, roadmaps and other Govt. provided standards and information sources to identify current and future gaps.

+ Build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, and military personnel.

+ Manage projects and timelines effectively, delivering high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.

+ Think critically to identify innovative solutions to complex problems.

+ Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure awareness of project milestones, capability roadmaps, fielding and release schedules, and key events.

+ Coordinate amongst various teams in different engineering disciplines to present a unified, integrated product to project stakeholders.

+ Preparing project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, and recommending actions.

+ Monitor assigned projects to ensure work scope, schedule, and deliverables are well defined and maintained.

+ Stay abreast of current Industry best practices.

What we are looking for

+ 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. 8–12 years in RF engineering, SATCOM analysis, or a related field.

+ Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance

+ Deep understanding of RF, SATCOM, and tactical data link systems (e.g., Link-16, Link-22, SINCGARS, SATCOM, etc.).

+ Familiarity with DoD communication system acquisition processes and standards (e.g., MIL-STD-6016, MIL-STD-188).

+ Knowledge of spectrum management, including allocation, interference analysis, and mitigation.

+ Awareness of data link challenges in joint and coalition environments.

+ Familiarity with ground-to-air communications and integrated battlespace operations.

+ Working knowledge of tactical communication systems in military or DoD settings.

+ Technical analysis and gap assessment for communication systems.

+ Database design and data management for tracking capabilities and gaps.

+ Report writing and presenting complex technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.

+ Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, program management, and DoD customers.

+ Experience using tools for RF and SATCOM analysis, such as Spectrum analyzers, software-defined radios (SDRs), or simulation software (e.g., STK, MATLAB, or other RF modeling tools).

+ Prior military service in communications, electronic warfare, or signals intelligence roles; or experience in defense contracting with a focus on C4ISR systems.

+ Experience briefing senior management and/or senior leaders, interacting and collaborating with others as required to accomplish tasks.

+ Excellent written communication and customer interface skills.

+ Experience providing technical recommendations to support acquisition and system upgrades.

+ Experience in creating reports, briefings, managing information.

+ Database experienced desired but not required.

+ Solid organizational skills.

+ Self-motivated and driven desire to succeed with minimal direction.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

+ Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deliverables.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Requirements

+ TS/SCI Clearance desired but not required.

+ Master’s degree in communications engineering, spectrum management, or systems engineering

+ Prior SOF team

+ Certification in one or more of the following: PMI-PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM

+ Experience supporting Special Tactics ATAK RF/DL requirements

+ Advanced knowledge of Airborne C2 systems, Radio Frequency and Datalink communications

+ Experience

Physical Requirements

+ May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment.

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 [email protected] 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.