Facilities Operations Assistant

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII) Mission Technologies seeks an entry-level Facilities Operations Specialist in Bremerton, WA.

The role supports IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and physical facilities within a high-security environment requiring TS/SCI clearance. You will perform maintenance, testing, and coordination for low-voltage systems and building utilities, reporting to the building manager.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years related experience.
• Basic technical knowledge across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA and life-safety regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required to start.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Routine upkeep: preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on security and facility hardware.
• Structural and interior repairs including drywall, wall cove, tile, and painting.
• Replace faulty field equipment and manage access control wiring.
• Inspect perimeter structures and coordinate major repairs.
• Operate badge printers, biometric scanners, and cameras.
• Assist with regular facility testing and inspections.
• Route low-voltage wiring and manage cable installations.
• Respond to outages or emergencies with status updates.
• Monitor DDC building management and troubleshoot AHUs.
• Logistics support, forklift maintenance, and procurement processing.
• Identify deficiencies and report to building manager.

Skills

Active TS/SCI clearance

HVAC, plumbing, electrical knowledge

Mechanical maintenance ability

OSHA familiarity

Multitasking / prioritization

Independent work ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MHE operations

DDC systems

Security/badge systems basics

Job description

Requisition Number: 30037

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $57,248.00 - $95,000.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Entry Level

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.

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.

Job Description

HII's Mission Technologies division is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that advance national security and defense objectives. We are actively looking for a Facilities Operation Specialist. This position is part of our Cyber and Intelligence division, which plays a critical role in supporting Enterprise-Level Security and Modernization efforts across IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, physical facilities, and personnel operations.

The Facilities Operations Assistant provides technical support for the daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of physical infrastructure, building utilities, logistics, and low-voltage systems within a facility. Operating under the direction of the building manager, this position performs hardware adjustments, technical testing, and administrative coordination to maintain physical, acoustic, and facility infrastructure standards. This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory, leadership, or policy-making responsibilities.

The selected candidate will contribute to a high-impact government program focused on enhancing and securing mission-critical systems and environments. Due to the classified nature of the mission and the sensitivity of the operational environment, an active TS/SCI security clearance will be required with ability to obtain and maintain a CI Poly

Facilities Coordinator 2: $55,000 - $70,000

Facilities Coordinator 3: $60,500 - $80,000

Facilities Coordinator 4: $75,200 - $105,000

Essential Job Responsibilities

1. Technical Maintenance, Testing & Facility Upkeep

• Routine Upkeep: Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs on security, communication, and basic facility hardware components.

• Physical Structure Repair: Performs structural repairs, including minor drywall patching, wall cove repairs, minor floor tile repairs, and interior wall painting.

• Component Replacement: Replaces faulty field equipment, including perimeter sensors, door contacts, access control wiring, and low-voltage electronic parts.

• Perimeter Integrity: Conducts technical assessments on physical perimeter structures like automated boom gates, turnstiles, and entry points, coordinating major repairs with authorized entities.

• Hardware Administration: Operates facility access badge equipment and completes physical hardware repairs on badge printers, biometric scanners, and camera parts.

• Technical Compliance Testing: Assists the building manager with regular facility technical testing, including semi-annual hardware and physical standard inspections.

1. Low-Voltage, Telecom & Infrastructure Support

• Behind-the-Wall Routing: Routes low-voltage wire behind walls, fishing, pulling, and securing cables according to facility infrastructure blueprints.

• Triage Support: Responds to system outages or facility emergencies by providing immediate physical triage and reporting status updates to the building manager.

1. Utilities & HVAC Operations

• DDC Building Management: Monitors, tracks, and adjusts the Direct Digital Control (DDC) building management system to regulate environmental settings and maintain infrastructure efficiency.

• HVAC System Triage: Investigates, diagnoses, and troubleshoots Air Handling Units (AHU) to isolate mechanical or airflow issues prior to vendor dispatch.

• Plumbing System Adjustments: Investigates and troubleshoots facility plumbing systems, resolving localized line blockages, component leaks, or minor pressure fluctuations.

1. Logistics, Material Handling & Procurement

• Logistics Support: Manages material movement, workspace staging, and general logistics support within the facility.

• MHE Operations: Obtains and maintains operator licenses for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to operate mechanical lifts and machinery.

• Forklift Fleet Upkeep: Monitors, tracks, and documents the preventative forklift maintenance plan to maintain vehicle safety and operational uptime.

• Procurement Processing: Prepares, formats, and routes purchase requests for approval to keep technical parts, components, and maintenance tools in stock.

• Deficiency Remediation: Identifies structural deficiencies or hardware vulnerabilities during daily inspections, correcting minor mechanical faults and reporting larger upkeep needs to the building manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.

• Must have basic technical knowledge (such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and code compliance) and mechanical ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment and possess a basic knowledge of construction principles.

• Must possess a general understanding of OSHA, fire prevention, life and safety regulations.

• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and work independently.

• Active TS/SCI required to start

• Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph to remain in position

Level Requirements

• Level 2: High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.

• Level 3: High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.

• Level 4: High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Technical school education preferred.

• Two (2) year maintenance experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

May require working in an industrial or shipboard environment. Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level. May encounter extremes of temperature, pollution, humidity, noise, and other environmental factors while collecting data, observing performance of task teams.

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. Find the role that's right for 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 [e-mail] 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.