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Systems Engineer (Engineer Systems 5) - 26309

Mission Technologies, a division of HII
Suffolk, VA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2026
Requisition Number: 26309

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $135,954.00 - $208,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Senior

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.

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

Summary

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries, is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) under the Joint Staff J7 (JS J-7) contract. This senior-level position plays a critical role in ensuring the availability, integration, and security of mission-critical DoD systems used in joint training exercises.

What You Will Do

  • Lead technical planning, system integration, verification/validation, and risk/cost analyses across the full system lifecycle.
  • Translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications through functional analysis, trade studies, and interface definition.
  • Apply advanced technical principles to solve complex, innovative problems.
  • Ensure system availability by maintaining environments, applying patches, and monitoring performance.
  • Perform fault isolation and troubleshooting during steady-state and exercise operations.
  • Configure systems to meet exercise-specific requirements.
  • Provide on-site and remote technical support during integration, execution, and post-exercise phases.
  • Implement DoD cybersecurity best practices.
  • Collaborate with planners and participate in planning conferences, readiness reviews, and technical out-briefs.

What You Must Have

  • 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience
  • Certification: Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II (e.g., Security , CCNA Security).
  • Strong technical troubleshooting and documentation skills
  • Must have and be able to maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Requirements

  • Experience managing Windows and Linux systems.
  • Background supporting classified enclaves, exercises, or mission-critical DoD systems.
  • Familiarity with DoD software/infrastructure (JLVC, JTT, or other Joint Staff-developed capabilities).
  • Hands-on expertise with:
  • Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)
  • Networking & DNS configurations
  • System imaging & backup tools
  • Patch management & software deployment
  • Prior experience supporting live or simulated exercise environments.

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.

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.

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