Senior IR&D Portfolio Analyst (Business Process Analyst 4) 30649

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Company retirement plan

Paid time off

10 paid federal holidays

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Senior IR&D Portfolio Analyst to support product and technology strategy development and investment recommendations across the division. The role reports to the Director of IR&D and Innovation Labs and sits in the new Products and Innovation organization led by the CTO.

Collaborate with engineering, product, sales, and finance to deliver concise briefs and drive cross‑functional projects.

Qualifications

• Effective communicator, good listener, and problem solver with customer-facing skills.
• Experience managing tasks, schedules, and deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Visio.
• Clearance - Must be able to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and enhance technology strategy and project plans within approved budgets.
• Review and oversee capability development across IR&D, CAPEX and investments.
• Support budget planning and periodic reviews of projects/program management.
• Develop and improve processes around internal technology development efforts.
• Act as hub for tech development, staffing, and infrastructure capabilities across Mission Technologies.
• Support the Fellows program development and year‑round execution.
• Test business processes and drive improvements.
• Communicate with stakeholders to understand requirements and priorities.
• Contribute to growing the team’s services and products.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Customer facing skills

Task scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Visio

Job description

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Location: Fairfax, VA, Virginia, United States

Requisition Number:30649

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$98,771.00-$135,000.00

Security Clearance:Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience:Senior

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

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 Technologiesis currently seeking a Senior IR&D Portfolio Analyst to support the development of product and technology strategies and investment recommendations across the Mission Technologies division! This role will directly report to the Director of IR&D and Innovation Labs as a key member in Mission Technologies’ new Products and Innovation organization led by the CTO. Working at the intersection of engineering, product management, and executive leadership, the successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment, collaborating with multiple teams, and providing complex business and system analysis, process and technology expertise, and customer engagement/outreach skills to deliver solutions to cross‑functional teams across the HII Mission Technology stakeholder community.

If you enjoy leading impactful work and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference with a leading defense technology organization. You’ll also have access to HII’s full suite of competitive benefits, including strong health coverage, company‑matched retirement savings, paid time off, and 10 paid federal holidays, designed to support you both at work and at home.

What You Will Do:

This effort includes but is not limited to:

• Work with groups to analyze and enhance technology strategy and project plans that support product strategy within approved Annual Operating Plan.
• Function as review and oversight of capability development efforts across IR&D, CAPEX, and investment.
• Support analysis of technology development efforts via budgetary planning and periodic reviews of project/program management and execution.
• Develop and/or improve processes around internal technology development efforts – planning, proposal/approval, execution, etc.
• Enable Products and Innovation organization to act as hub of tech development, staff, and infrastructure capabilities across Mission Technologies, leveraging SMEs and facilities to drive best-in-breed integrated solutions.
• Support all aspects of development of Mission Technologies Fellows program and execution of program throughout the year – charter, member benefits, nominations of new members, annual meeting, etc.
• Test business processes and foster improvements.
• Effectively communicate with business and technical stakeholders to understand requirements and prioritization of solutions.
• Contribute experience and subject matter expertise to maturing and growing the team’s services, products, and operational influence.
• Work with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, sales, finance) on requirements decomposition, trade studies, feasibility assessments, and roadmap prioritization.
• Develop and deliver concise compelling briefs to executive leadership.
• Adapt as necessary to perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the COO, CTO, and Director of IR&D and Innovation Labs’ progressive responsibilities and directives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or required.

What We're Looking For:

• 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
• Effective communicator, good listener, and problem solver with customer-facing skills
• Experience managing tasks, schedules, and deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and Visio
• Clearance- Must be able to obtain a SECRET clearance

Preferred Experience:

• Team player and quick learner, adept at pivoting between projects and priorities
• Experience working independently, as well as with a team
• Skilled in analytical and critical thinking, and documentation/reporting
• Experience in project management of technical development programs
• Knowledge of the Department of War (DoW)

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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.

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.