Operations Manager (Mgr Project Management 1)

Requisition Number: 28206

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $87,868.00 - $120,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Senior HI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

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 an Operations Manager to support underwater systems, logistics coordination, maintenance activities, and operational readiness for US Naval operations on Oahu, HI. The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing complex, multi‑disciplinary technical operations and ensuring smooth coordination across teams supporting Navy surface fleet and/or undersea warfare missions.

Work Location: Oahu, HI – Naval Station Pearl Harbor

What This Role Offers –

• A senior leadership role supporting Navy surface fleet and/or undersea warfare mission operations

• Oversight of multi‑disciplinary teams performing technical, engineering, integrated systems maintenance, waterfront operations, fleet test & evaluation, operations analysis, and logistics support

• Direct involvement in operational planning and day‑to‑day mission coordination

• Opportunities to improve processes, strengthen communication, and enhance operational efficiency

• A chance to meaningfully contribute to the success of Navy INDOPACOM support activities

What You Will Do:

• Lead daily program operations and coordinate work across multiple technical support areas

• Serve as the primary interface with government stakeholders for planning, communication, and performance oversight

• Manage personnel assignments, workload balance, and ongoing workforce coordination

• Ensure technical teams meet performance expectations, quality standards, and operational timelines

• Identify process improvements and support initiatives that enhance mission readiness and program effectiveness

• Manage subcontractor teams providing dedicated support to several contract statement of work (SOW) task areas

• Prepare monthly in progress reports to include contract performance, risk analysis, and financial projections.

• Oversee the monthly development of Government Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) data deliverables delivered to the Navy customer.

What We're Looking For:

• 4 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 2 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant progressive experience.

• Demonstrated success managing complex projects with diverse technical requirements

• Experience leading teams across multiple or geographically dispersed work locations (desired)

• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

• Experience managing programs with 50 or more personnel

• Ability to collaborate effectively with government customers, technical staff, and operational teams

• Active DoD SECRET clearance

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or managerial field

• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in technical project or program management

• Experience supporting Navy, NUWC, NAVSEA, or maritime technical operations

• Background overseeing engineering, logistics, surface fleet, or underwater systems support teams

• Familiarity with Navy operational environments or defense technical support programs

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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