AFIT ANT Business Operations Support Staff Mid-Level (Project Management Analyst)

Requisition Number: 29935

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

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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Job Description

HII is seeking a Business Operations Support Staff (Project Management Analyst) to support the Autonomy and Navigation Technology (ANT) Center located at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) campus at Wright-Patterson

Air Force Base (WPAFB) in Dayton, Ohio.

The ANT Center’s mission is to:

1) Advance Autonomy and Navigation technologies

2) Empower the next generation of defense capabilities

3) Cultivate the scientists and engineers who will lead the future.

ANT conducts cutting-edge research while having a great time and working hard. They value grit, curiosity, and excitement to learn new things.

As the Business Operations Support Staff, you will directly support the ANT Center Director and HII program manager (PM) in an array of tasks dealing with the planning, execution, tracking, and overall management of special projects. Candidate selection will balance education, skills, and highly specialized knowledge or unique experiences. This is a very autonomous role with room to grow and learn.

Full Time On-site requirement at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Independently carry out special project requirements to meet constantly changing and increasing demands generated by internal POCs and external sponsors.
• Assist PM with project coordination of tasks including budget, expense tracking, and overall project execution.
• Support Director and PI’s with administrative tasks such as GPCs, DTS, FARs, etc.,
• Develop and maintain relationships with AFIT POCs and sponsor organizations to meet project deadlines
• Track special project efforts start-to-finish (i.e. proposals, MIPRs, MSRs, STI, etc.)
• Champion marketing and communications efforts to increase awareness of special projects, success stories, significant milestones, etc.

Who are we looking for?

• Financially experienced and detail-oriented who’s capable of prioritizing and managing multiple tasks, simultaneously
• A strategic and highly motivated leader who’s proactive with a positive mindset
• Exceptional interpersonal and team building skills

HII Benefits

• 401k company matching
• Flexible hours (9-3 core hours)
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Tuition Assistance
• Regular team social activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or related field
• Excellent organization, communication, and analytical skills
• Highly capable with Excel
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
• United States citizenship required and can't sponsor work visa due to federal requirements of contract.

0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.

3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience.

*Salaries are an estimated range and will vary based on relevant experience, academic/educational background and clearance

Preferred Requirements

• Government experience
• 5 years relevant work experience
• Preferred active Secret clearance at the time of application

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work on‑site in Dayton, OH , supporting a secure, customer‑facing environment
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer workstation
• Occasional lifting (up to approximately 25 lbs) for tasks such as moving equipment or racking hardware

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?
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