Project Manager (Mgr Project Management 2)

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a technically adept and strategically minded Project Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of engineering-driven projects supporting the IOF contract at Port Hueneme Division (PHD).

This role requires broad proficiency in Electrical Engineering, Software Development, and/or Systems Engineering, with the capability to integrate complex technical workstreams into cohesive, mission-focused solutions.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant progressive experience with a bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR 4 years with a master’s degree; OR High School Diploma/equivalent plus 10 years of relevant progressive experience.
• Hands-on experience in at least one area: Electrical Engineering, Software Development, or Systems Engineering.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with demonstrated success guiding cross-functional technical teams.
• Working knowledge of standard project management methodologies (Agile, PMI, CMMI).
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent engineering projects involving electrical systems, software platforms, and systems integration.
• Drive coordination among cross-functional engineering teams to ensure unified, technically sound solutions.
• Define project scope, develop schedules, and build execution plans with understanding of electrical schematics, software architectures, and systems-level design principles.
• Oversee engineering workflows and resource allocation across hardware, firmware, and software domains.
• Utilize Microsoft Project to manage schedules and track project progress.
• Work directly with government customers and internal teams to align project objectives and technical outputs.
• Deliver clear, concise technical briefings to leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical Eng

Software Dev

Systems Eng

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree

High School Diploma + 10 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $109,349.00-$150,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

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 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.

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a technically adept and strategically minded Project Manager to lead a diverse portfolio of engineering-driven projects supporting the IOF contract at Port Hueneme Division (PHD). This role requires broad proficiency in Electrical Engineering, Software Development, and/or Systems Engineering, with the capability to integrate complex technical workstreams into cohesive, mission-focused solutions. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can guide multi-disciplinary teams, manage technical project lifecycles, and maintain alignment with customer objectives and organizational innovation goals. This is a hybrid role requiring weekly onsite engagements with customers at Pt. Mugu and Port Hueneme.

Project Leadership Across Engineering Disciplines

• Lead multiple concurrent engineering projects involving electrical systems, software platforms, and systems integration.
• Drive coordination among cross-functional engineering teams to ensure unified, technically sound solutions.

Technical Planning & Execution

• Define project scope, develop schedules, and build execution plans with a strong understanding of electrical schematics, software architectures, and systems-level design principles.
• Oversee engineering workflows and resource allocation across hardware, firmware, and software domains.
• Utilize Microsoft Project to manage schedules and track project progress.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Work directly with government customers and internal teams to align project objectives and technical outputs.
• Deliver clear, concise technical briefings to leadership and stakeholders across varying levels of technical literacy.

Operational Oversight & Risk Management

• Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget for compliance with contractual, technical, and performance requirements.
• Apply industry best practices in risk mitigation, quality assurance, and process optimization.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare structured status updates, technical documentation, and performance analytics.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet feasibility, compliance, and systems engineering standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant progressive experience with a bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR 4 years with a master’s degree; OR High School Diploma/equivalent plus 10 years of relevant progressive experience.
• Hands-on experience in at least one of the following areas: Electrical Engineering (circuit analysis, controls, embedded hardware); Software Development (embedded programming, application lifecycle management); Systems Engineering (architecture definition, integration, verification & validation).
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with demonstrated success guiding cross-functional technical teams.
• Working knowledge of standard project management methodologies (Agile, PMI, CMMI).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Project or Program Management certification (PMP, PgMP, CAPM, etc.).
• Familiarity with USV operations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project (strongly preferred).

Physical Requirements

May be required to visit job site in an industrial or shipboard environment. Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level.

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.
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.

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