Systems Engineer (Engineer Systems 2) - 29456

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

HII‑Mission Technologies in Honolulu, Hawaii seeks a Systems Engineer to manage day‑to‑day operations and provide technical expertise for 24/7/365 watch duties. You will oversee program systems, troubleshoot outages, and coordinate with agencies to maximize circuit readiness while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires a strong background in electronic maintenance, information systems, or telecommunications, TS/SCI clearance, and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s in a related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Background in Electronic Maintenance, Information Systems or Telecommunication disciplines.
• Experience managing electronic equipment for preventive and corrective maintenance, configuration, and calibration.
• Experience in Safety Procedures when working with electronic equipment.
• Ability to identify and correct emergent problems involving technical and/or facility‑related equipment, systems, and components.
• Experience following quality assurance steps/checks.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to obtain/maintain base access credentials.
• U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems.
• Analyze all levels of total system product to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal.
• Ensure the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Provide technical expertise for the installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of installed systems.
• Perform duties as Power Control Station/Power Safety Officer (PCO/PSO) and oversee the conduct of routine and preventative maintenance.
• Inform the chain of command of any substantive changes to routine system configuration or capability.
• Draft daily/monthly/weekly watch bills in support of operational requirements.

Skills

Electronic maintenance

Information systems

Telecommunications

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

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. 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.

Who We Are

HII‑Mission Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer in our Honolulu, Hawaii location. This position reports to the Site OIC/Deputy OIC. The selected candidate will be part of the team responsible for managing the day‑to‑day operations and technical readiness of the program and facility equipment. They will provide technical expertise in support of 24/7/365 watch‑standing duties; manage all program systems, equipment, and components; troubleshoot system outages; coordinate with various agencies to maximize circuit readiness and minimize downtime; notify senior program personnel when anomalies or outages occur; qualify on all applicable equipment; maintain the habitability of program spaces; conduct preventive maintenance as required; review and update Standard Operating Procedures; and provide Critical Information Requirements (CIR) to the chain of command. This role will provide relocation assistance to the most qualified candidate selected if residing out of state.

What You Will Do

• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems.
• Analyze all levels of total system product to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal.
• Ensure the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Provide technical expertise for the installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of installed systems.
• Perform duties as Power Control Station/Power Safety Officer (PCO/PSO) and oversee the conduct of routine and preventative maintenance.
• Inform the chain of command of any substantive changes to routine system configuration or capability.
• Draft daily/monthly/weekly watch bills in support of operational requirements.

What We Are Looking For

• 2 years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s in a related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Background in Electronic Maintenance, Information Systems or Telecommunication disciplines.
• Experience managing electronic equipment for preventive and corrective maintenance, configuration, and calibration.
• Experience in Safety Procedures when working with electronic equipment.
• Ability to identify and correct emergent problems involving technical and/or facility‑related equipment, systems, and components.
• Experience following quality assurance steps/checks.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to obtain/maintain base access credentials.
• U.S. citizenship.

Preferred: Bonus Points For

• Strong background in communications; fiber optics; electrical/electronic components; generators; AC/DC and high/low voltage theory and application.
• Thorough knowledge of the installation and maintenance of electrical/electronic components; working knowledge of Key Management Infrastructure.
• Experience and operational knowledge of various test equipment.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and implementing Policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Experience with lifecycle management of programs and various equipment.
• Experience with Information Systems, Network Infrastructure, Troubleshooting, and Program Analysis.

Physical Requirements

Office, industrial, or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving materials may be required.

Benefits

HII offers 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; and early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships. Bonus or other non‑recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and will be addressed by the recruiter during the screening phase of application.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

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. You may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.