Modeling & Simulation Specialist (Military Operations Analyst 3) - 28674 in Suffolk

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.

Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Military Operations Analyst to support the Joint Training Synthetic Environment (JTSE) under the Joint Staff J7 (JS J-7). This senior-level role requires deep expertise in space operations, joint planning, and cross-functional integration to advance joint and coalition training excellence.

What You Will Do

• Lead and integrate space operations equities across multi combatant command exercises, ensuring alignment with emerging concepts, doctrine, and joint training needs.
• Analyze and provide recommendations on command and control, electronic warfare, contingency operations, MTTP, weapon systems, and force planning.
• Collaborate with Modeling & Simulation (M&S) stakeholders to define, refine, and prioritize requirements for the Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) modernization program.
• Assess the conduct and effectiveness of operational training events, wargames, and simulated wartime operations.
• Compare and evaluate JLVC modernization designs, alternatives, and technical approaches.
• Apply emerging doctrine, wargame insights, and experimentation outcomes to M&S system design and development.
• Evaluate programmatic and technical impacts on user requirements and operational doctrine.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, briefs, and strategic recommendations for systems, programs, and training investments.
• Apply extensive technical knowledge in space domain awareness, satellite communications, and operational analysis to support mission objectives.

What You Must Have

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• Strong project management skills or demonstrated proficiency in the Joint Planning Process (JPP).
• Proven expertise in space operations and integrating space effects into the Military Decision Making Process (MDMP).
• Joint operations planning experience at the Combatant Command level, with exposure to multiple CCMDs.
• Experience leading and training high performance teams in fast-paced, high pressure environments.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with government and contractor stakeholders to solve complex problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing high level reports and briefings.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and eligibility for Special Access Program (SAP) access.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous experience with the Joint Staff J7 Joint Exercise Division (JExD).
• Completion of professional development programs such as JPME II, Red Team Course, Electronic Warfare Integration Course, or NSSI Space 200/300.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.