NPS Research Development Engineer

Requisition Number: 28663


Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $117,954.00 - $105,000.00


Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain


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.

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 is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Research Development Engineer to support the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) Energy Academic Group in Monterey, California. The selected candidate will support advanced research initiatives focused on energy systems modeling for planning and operational decision-making in support of Department of Defense (DoD) operational energy, installation energy, resilience, and mission assurance objectives

This position is part-time and is expected to aerage 80 hours per month.


The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and research capabilities with experience in scientific modeling, systems engineering, operational analysis, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This position supports the development and execution of innovative research efforts that inform future operational concepts, energy resilience strategies, and emerging technology applications.

Key Job Responsibilities
• Conduct advanced research and development activities related to energy systems modeling, operational energy analysis, and infrastructure resilience.
• Develop analytical models, simulations, and decision-support tools for energy planning and operational assessments.
• Support the design, development, execution, and implementation of scientific research projects aligned with DoD and Navy operational requirements.
• Analyze complex energy and infrastructure systems to identify trends, relationships, vulnerabilities, and optimization opportunities.
• Develop theories, methodologies, and frameworks for understanding and organizing natural and engineered systems into meaningful research models.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary research efforts among government personnel, academic faculty, engineers, and industry partners.
• Prepare technical reports, white papers, briefings, and research publications for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Participate in intellectual property evaluations, technology transition efforts, and patent application development where applicable.
• Support experimentation, operational analysis, and modeling activities associated with emerging energy technologies and mission systems.
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives supporting operational energy and installation resilience objectives across the DoD enterprise.
• Maintain awareness of evolving technologies, scientific methodologies, and federal energy initiatives relevant to mission execution.

What you must have

• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Experience supporting research and development efforts involving energy systems, operational analysis, modeling and simulation, or infrastructure planning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex technical data.
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools, systems analysis methodologies, and data visualization techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate research activities across multiple organizations and technical disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical briefing and report development.
• Ability to work independently while supporting collaborative research environments.
• Familiarity with DoD, Navy, or federal research environments preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or active DoD clearance preferred.
• Experience supporting operational energy or installation energy initiatives within the DoD.
• Knowledge of mission assurance, energy resilience, microgrids, distributed energy resources, or infrastructure optimization.
• Experience with systems-of-systems analysis, MBSE methodologies, or operational planning frameworks.
• Familiarity with data analytics, AI/ML applications for operational decision support, or advanced simulation environments.
• Experience supporting academic research organizations, federally funded research programs, or defense experimentation initiatives.

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.

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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.

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