Facilities Operations Specialist

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

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. in Bremerton, WA, seeks an entry-level Facilities Operation Specialist to support a high-visibility government program across IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, physical facilities, and personnel operations.

Active TS/SCI clearance is required. The role emphasizes security system management (ACS/IDS/ESS), Avigilon operation, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure 24/7 operations and continuous improvements within Mission Technologies.

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.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility security systems for ACS, IDS and ESS.
• Operate Avigilon ESS for security ops and investigations.
• Monitor, test and report security system status to Security Manager.
• Conduct semi-annual tests per ICD-705.
• Respond to, troubleshoot, and repair security system components.
• Report deficiencies and outages to Security Manager and Facility Ops.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair to ensure 24/7 operation.
• Replace faulty sensors and components.
• Assess emergencies' impact and provide updates to Security Manager and Facility Ops.
• Identify modernization opportunities and contract recommendations.
• Coordinate with security and network teams to manage system networks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operations.
• Coordinate maintenance of physical security equipment like access gates with the building manager.
• Assess deficiencies of security equipment.
• Maintain and operate access badge systems.
• Perform limited repairs.
• Prepare purchase requests for replacements.
• Assist with annual security inspections of facilities and perimeters.
• Address requests from Security Manager related to ESS/IDS during inspections.
• Support configuration management of facility data closet equipment.
• Maintain patch panels for voice/data networks.
• Manage password and phone number changes as requested.
• Provide written reports as required.
• Coordinate troubleshooting with sys admins and engineers.
• Administer distribution of voice handsets and perform minor maintenance.

Skills

Access control (ACS)

Intrusion detection (IDS)

Electronic surveillance (ESS)

Avigilon security system

Security operations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years additional education/experience

Tools

Avigilon security system

Job description

Requisition Number: 29303

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 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.

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

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

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

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Manage and operate facility security systems and processes for access control (ACS), intrusion detection (IDS) and electronic surveillance (ESS)
• Operate Avigilon (ESS) in support of facility operations and security manager directed investigations
• Monitor, test and report status of security system to the Command Security Manager.
• Conduct semi‑annual test per ICD-705 requirements
• Respond, assess, troubleshoot, repair and/or triage security system components as needed
• Report deficiencies and outages with Security Manager and Facility Ops
• Perform routine system maintenance, repair and modernization of system components to ensure uninterrupted 24/7 operation.
• Replaced faulty sensors and components
• Assess impact from emergencies and outages providing status updates to security manager and facility ops.
• Identify modernization opportunities and recommendations for contracts
• Coordinate with the Command Security Manager, Network engineers, Information Security Manager and Security Specialist as required to manage security system networks and components.
• Works with cross‑functional teams to optimize
• Coordinate maintenance and repair of physical security equipment and devices such as assess control boom gates and turnstiles with the building manager.
• Make limited scope assessments on deficiencies to the above‑mentioned equipment
• Maintain and operate facility access badge equipment.
• Handle limited‑scope repairs
• Prepare purchase request for replacements
• Assist with annual physical security inspection of facility compound and building perimeters.
• Action security manager directed requests associated with ESS and IDS systems in support of Physical Security Inspections
• Support configuration management of facility data closet equipment related to behind the wall voice/data infrastructure from the communication closet to the wall port
• Maintain patch panels from to wall for Voice / Data
• Assign, move and Change passwords and phone numbers as requested
• Provide written reports as required.
• Coordinate troubleshooting and repair with system administrators, network managers and engineers.
• Administer and control the issue of unclassified voice handsets and perform minor system maintenance in coordination with the system administrator, network manager and engineers.

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.

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. 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

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?

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