Tech Support Specialist-C4I (Engineer Systems 2) - 29430

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 72,254 - 90,001; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking an Engineer Systems 2 to support GCCS and C4I training at Norfolk Naval Station. You will perform system analyses, integration, verification, and act as GCCS expert during FST‑O events for fleet staffs.

Requires 2 years experience with a related degree, or Master’s with related qualifications; U.S. Citizenship and a Secret clearance are mandatory; on‑site role with flexible hours and 0–10% travel.

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field; or 0 years with a Master’s; or High School Diploma and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot at the system level and interact with Military, Government, and Contractor Leadership.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours and more than 40-hour weeks to meet business, customer, and contractual requirements.
• Strong background in Common Tactical Picture Management (CTPM) and GCCS-M/J.
• Ability to obtain a COMPTIA Security+ certification within the first 90 days of employment.
• Ability to complete a Cyber Security Workforce approved Operating System course within the first 90 days of employment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. Citizen with an Active Secret Clearance.

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, including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal.
• Ensure 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.
• Operate and maintain all NSWC C4I systems as required.
• Interface with outside agencies to provide C4I system connectivity between major commands and assist with testing and integration of new C4I technologies.
• Provide knowledge and expertise in operating Global Command and Control System-Joint (GCCS-J) system.
• Provide onsite and remote troubleshooting support for C4I systems across NCTE Enterprise.
• Prepare reports and briefs as required.

Skills

System analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree

High School Diploma with 6 years experience

Job description

Requisition Number: 29430

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $72,254.00 - $90,001.60

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

Tech Support Specialist-C4I (Engineer Systems 2)

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking a qualified professional for the role of Engineer Systems 2. This onsite position is located at the Navy Warfare Development Center at Norfolk Naval Station and supports both the Maritime Operations Center – Exercise Support Team (MOC‑EST) and the Naval Surface Warfare Center – Corona (NSWC‑Corona). The selected candidate will help deliver Navy LVC training across all assigned Areas of Responsibility (AORs). In this role, the engineer will serve as the C4I Systems Global Command and Control System (GCCS) Engineer, providing GCCS operational expertise during all Fleet Synthetic Training – Operations (FST‑O) events for fleet and task force staffs.

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, including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal.
• Ensure 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.
• Operate and maintain all NSWC C4I systems as required.
• Interface with outside agencies to provide C4I system connectivity between major commands and assist with testing and integration of new C4I technologies.
• Provide knowledge and expertise in operating Global Command and Control System-Joint (GCCS-J) system.
• Provide onsite and remote troubleshooting support for C4I systems across NCTE Enterprise.
• Prepare reports and briefs as required.

What You Must Have

• 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field; or 0 years with a Master’s; or High School Diploma and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to analyze and troubleshoot at the system level and interact with Military, Government, and Contractor Leadership.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours and more than 40-hour weeks to meet business, customer, and contractual requirements.
• Strong background in Common Tactical Picture Management (CTPM) and GCCS-M/J.
• Ability to obtain a COMPTIA Security+ certification within the first 90 days of employment.
• Ability to complete a Cyber Security Workforce approved Operating System course within the first 90 days of employment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• U.S. Citizen with an Active Secret Clearance.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Graduate of USN or Joint DoD GCCS school.
• Experience with GCCS Family of Systems.
• Experience with Operational Specification for Over the Horizon Gold (OS-OTG).
• Understanding of OPTASK COP/CTPM.
• Experience with GCCS communication interfaces.
• Understanding of GCCS topology and C4I architectures.
• Familiarity with Joint Semi-Automated Forces/Joint Simulated Bus (JSAF/JBUS).
• Experience with model and simulation systems, including Joint Live Virtual Constructive (JLVC) and JSAF.
• Experience working with Navy training systems and command structure.
• Experience working with Joint Staff or headquarters.

Physical Requirements

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

Compensation

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.

EEO Statement

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.