OCONUS Rotational Site Lead

HII Unmanned Systems; McLean (VA); Remote; USD 96,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan

Medical, dental and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking an OCONUS Site Lead to manage airborne ISR projects in INDOPACOM/EUCOM AORs. The role involves rotational deployments (84-hour weeks in country) and coordinating training, readiness exercises, and mission support for a US Army customer.

You will lead onsite operations, coordinate with COCOM, supervise subcontractors, ensure QA/QC, and maintain GFE handling. Requires TS/SCI, US citizenship, and readiness for austere environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience with Bachelor’s in related field; 3+ years with Master’s in related field; or 9 years with HS diploma.
• Willingness to deploy to austere conditions and work in multiple AORs.
• Extensive knowledge of ISR flight operations.
• Experience overseas with US commands and staff.
• ISR site-specific requirements and expeditionary operations.
• Understanding of aviation principles related to ISR and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite management for ISR missions and flight hours targets.
• Define and implement policies and procedures for mission success.
• Serve as deployment liaison with COCOM and government.
• Direct subcontractors per SOW; perform QA/QC checks.
• Oversee integration, test, and operational use of technical insertions.
• Maintain quality standards across OCONUS project activities.
• Develop briefings and reports for Government presentations.
• Ensure security compliance for deployed personnel.
• Mentor staff as a senior expert; provide guidance to PM.

Skills

ISR operations

Independent decisions

Overseas deployment

Program leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tactical Mission Software

mIRC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: McLean, VA, Remote, United States

Requisition Number:31056

Required Travel: 76 - 100%

Employment Type:Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$96,216.00-$125,000.00

Security Clearance:TS/SCI

Level of Experience:SeniorHI

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.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• 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

HII, Mission Technologies Division, is currently seeking an OCONUS Site Lead to manage and oversee site operations for airborne Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) projects within the INDOPACOM or EUCOM AOR. In support of an Army customer, the Site Lead will participate in and coordinate special activities, readiness exercises, training, education, and other tasks to accomplish successful mission operations. This role includes a rotational assignment consisting of 60-90 day roatations on an 84 hour work week while in country.

What You Will Do

• Provide onsite management for the operational support of military or government Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions necessary to meet the prescribed number of flight hours per calendar month.
• Defines, develops, and implements policies and procedures necessary for successful missions and operations.
• Act as the deployed team’s direct point of contact with the COCOM to ensure operational support and assistance as required.
• Provides direction to subcontractors according to the Project requirements and applicable subcontractor Statement of Work (SOW).
• Conducts Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) checks, assessments, reviews, and audits to ensure subcontractor compliance with the project requirements.
• Oversees the integration, test, and operational use of technical insertion efforts and develops operational improvements for increased effectiveness.
• Establishes and monitors standards for quality control throughout all OCONUS Projectactivities.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills to develop briefings, documents, papers, conceptual, and reports for presentation to the Government.
• Ensures the compliance of all security requirements and procedures for deployed contracting personnel.
• Provides direction, training, and assistance to other project staff, as a senior expert in a particular field of endeavor.
• Provides policy and guidance recommendations to the Program Manager and program management team.
• Ensures the proper tracking, handling, and reporting of Government Furnished Equipment(GFE) at the OCONUS site.

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.
• Willingness to deploy to and work in austere conditions, proven independent decision-making skills, and experience working in the Multiple AOR’s highly desirable.
• Extensive knowledge of ISR flight operations.
• Experience working overseas with US military commands, staff sections, and foreign nationals and operating independently or as a small team.
• Experienced in ISR operational site-specific requirements, site survey’s and expeditionaryoperations.
• Must demonstrate detailed understanding of aviation principles to include but not limited to ISR fundamentals, tactics, and analysis.
• Candidates must possess detailed knowledge of computer operations and applications to include Tactical Mission Software, mIRC or similar chat software and Microsoft Office
• Candidates are required to be a US Citizen
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain TS clearance with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain CI poly.
• Applicants must be fully deployable according to AFRICOM, EUCOM, PACOM, and CENTCOM’s Theater Entry Requirements.

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

• SERE Level C qualified with the ability to obtain SERE-220 training.
• Clearance: Possess a TS clearance with SCI eligibility and a CI Poly.
• Previous experience as a site lead on programs for the US Government interagency, joint, and combined operations at tactical, operational, strategic, and national levels.
• Former military experience possessing existing working relationships with INDOPACOM and/or EUCOM taskforce command staff on multiple prior deployments in support of mission operations.
• Demonstrated proven independent decision-making skills, and experience working in Multiple AOR’s is highly desirable.
• The ability to fly as a Mission Commander when required.

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Physical Requirements

Must be fully deployable according to AFRICOM, EUCOM, PACOM, and CENTCOM’s Theater Entry Requirements.

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable ofclimbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

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. 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
• 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.