Senior Foreign Material SME (Operations Research Analyst 5)- 30740

Requisition Number: 30740

Required Travel: 26 - 50%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $144,501.00 - $205,000.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

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 employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• 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.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Washington, DC area to provide strategic guidance, technical expertise, and senior level advisory support in the assessment and identification of foreign material across cyber, air, sea, and other operational domains. In this role, you will support Department of the Air Force (DAF) and Department of War (DOW) priorities, working closely with the U.S. Intelligence Community and other government partners to enable the acquisition, testing, and disposition of foreign material and associated test assets.

This position requires a recognized industry leader with extensive experience in classified environments, multi domain operations, and advanced test range support.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior advisor on DAF test range support requirements and foreign material activities.
• Conduct independent assessments of DAF architectures and provide senior leaders with actionable decision options.
• Provide strategic, technical, and operational guidance to test range programs and associated staff.
• Deliver detailed analyses and recommendations to improve mission critical systems, processes, and testing environments.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships across the Intelligence Community and other government agencies.
• Oversee and mentor less senior personnel and manage team efforts as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant DoD experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience working in SAP and/or SCI environments within the last 5 years.
• Recognized industry expert with demonstrated analytical, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to senior decision makers.
• Strong leadership, innovation, and problem solving capabilities.
• Experience in aerospace strategy, operational planning, and multi domain test support.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams.
• Clearance- Must posses and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with SAP eligibility

Physical Requirements

The role may require extended periods of sitting or standing, working at a computer, and occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. Some bending, reaching, and kneeling may be necessary to support mission tasks.

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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