Lead Underwater Vehicle Technician (Engineer Technical Services 3)

Requisition Number: 28203

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $81,481.00 - $110,000.00

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 Engineering Technician Maintenance III to support underwater vehicle operations at the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) in Kauai, Hawaii. This senior‑level technician will lead maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support activities for underwater vehicle systems, electronic components, and related equipment. The Lead Electronics Technician will play a key role in ensuring the readiness, reliability, and safe operation of mission systems supporting Navy undersea warfare activities supporting MK30 operations, maintenance, quality assurance, sustainment, training exercises, fly-away support, and MK 30 operations team oversight.

Work Location: Kauai, HI - Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF)

What This Role Offers -

• A hands‑on technical leadership role supporting Navy undersea warfare missions

• Daily involvement with underwater vehicle systems, electronics troubleshooting, and maintenance operations

• Opportunities to guide, mentor, and supervise technical personnel

• A chance to support system readiness, quality assurance, and operational excellence at a premier Navy test range

• Work in a unique, mission‑focused environment on the island of Kauai

What You Will Do:

• Lead a team of engineering technicians providing MK 30 support, test, exercise, and training activities.

• Lead daily maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair activities for underwater vehicle electronic systems and sub‑assemblies

• Coordinate and oversee technical workflows, maintenance schedules, documentation, and material management to ensure system readiness

• Guide and mentor technicians, support training, and assist with maintaining required certifications

• Collaborate with engineers, logistics personnel, and government stakeholders to support operational planning and site readiness

• Ensure maintenance activities meet quality, safety, and performance standards

What We're Looking For:

• 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.

• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting Mk 30 Underwater Vehicle Operating Site operations, including planning, scheduling, and reporting

• Experience with electronics troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair

• Experience supporting MK30 Underwater Target systems, including turnaround, maintenance, production control, or quality assurance

• Broad range of MK30 certifications to include at a minimum target turnaround, maintenance, quality assurance, launch master, and logistics certifciations.

• Strong technical documentation and process tracking skills

• Ability to coordinate multiple maintenance and operational tasks simultaneously

• Active DoD SECRET clearance

Preferred Experience:

• Associate's degree or completion of an Electronics Trade School

• Current Forklift and Crane certifications (or ability to obtain after hire)

• Familiarity with Navy underwater vehicle operations, PMRF range support, or NUWC Keyport mission environments

• Hands‑on experience with electrical/electronic systems used in maritime or undersea applications

• Prior experience supporting defense technical operations or maritime systems maintenance

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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