What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Analyst (Military Operations Analyst 1) position at HII?
Date: Apr 13, 2026
Location: Oak Harbor, WA, Washington, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 28209
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $52,782.00 - $75,000.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Entry Level
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 Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies
Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:
- 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.
Job Description
Mission Technologies, a division of HII is looking for a Operations Analyst to support the NITE contract in Oak Harbor, Washington. The Operations Analyst provides operational and maintenance support for the MRES, MEWTS, and LITL systems, ensuring reliable performance of all associated hardware, software, and mission‑critical components. This role operates these systems during training events, inputs and verifies mission data, and applies advanced technical expertise to troubleshoot complex issues while supporting Mission Coordinators and squadron personnel. The analyst also ensures system operability and documents maintenance actions.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Provides Operational and Maintenance (O&M) support for all computer information services, data processing hardware and software related to Mobile Remote Emitter Simulator (MRES), Mobile Electronic Warfare Training System (MEWTS), and Link-16 Inject To Live (LITL) systems.
- Responsible for operating the MRES, MEWTS control, and LITL systems during training events.
- Operations Analyst provides pairing commands to the MRES and MEWTS, and provides Constructive Red Air threats and Constructive Surface-to Air Threats to live aircraft conducting air-to air or Electronic Warfare (EW) mission sets within the local operating areas.
- This position is an operator of the MRES, MEWTS control, and LITL system during training events and will follow direction from Mission Coordinators or LITL Analyst as required.
- Operations and maitenance of the MRES, MEWTS control, and LITL systems includes understanding of the RADAR Acquisition Display System (RADS), LITL, Battle Monitor, Next Generation Threat System (NGTS), Digital Radio Management System (DRMS), Electronic Warfare Multiplexor (EW-MUX), Joint Debriefing Subsystem (JDS), and other systems as required.
- Responsible for receiving pre-mission data from participating squadron(s), Mission Coordinator, or TDL Analyst and input required information into RADS and NGTS.
- Interact with Mission Coordinator and/or squadron personnel when data is not received in a timely manner.
- Verify all information received from squadron is correct and accurately reflected in RADS and NGTS.
- Apply advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that typically cannot be solved by interpreting manufactures’ manuals or similar document.
- Verifies systems’ operability after maintenance actions. Documents all maintenance actions, provide direction and support to lower-level operators.
- Work typically requires detailed understanding of the interrelationships of computer Operational Software (OS) diagnostics and routine operations.
- Uses related computer analytical equipment to resolve problems. Provides technical guidance to lower-level technicians.
- Assists Mission Coordinator/TDL Analyst/Range Training Officer (RTO) in system setup and perform RADS and LITL functions.
- Work may be reviewed by the lead technician/Mission Coordinator/TDL Analyst for compliance with accepted practices.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience or;
- 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field.
- Must be a US citizen
- Must have an active secret clearance and ability to maintain.
- Must possess a valid state Driver’s License.
Preferred Requirements
- Formal classroom education equivalent to Navy "A" School or vocational school with formal training in the field of computers and related electronic equipment or 5 years OJT in the field of computer science with emphasis on the following:
- Digital/analog signal processing;
- Video/audio signal processing and recording;
- Digital computer systems
- Audio/Video systems
- Auto-transfer (UPS) equipment
- Microsoft Windows (OS)
Physical Requirements
Work will be performed primarily in an office environment. May be required to spend long hours at desk in front of computer screen. May be required to respond rapidly to changing mission requirements. Must be willing and able to communicate via radio, following proper protocol and etiquette. May be required to lift heavy objects
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. Apply today. 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; 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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.
Salary : $52,782 - $75,000