STINGRAI TACLAN Engineer - 28774

Requisition Number: 28774 Required Travel: 11 - 25%Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/ExemptAnticipated Salary Range: $96,951.00 - $125,000.00 Security Clearance: TS/SCI Level of Experience: Mid HIThis 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 TechnologiesLeadership 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.SummaryHII Mission Technologies is seeking a TACLAN Engineer to provide critical technical and acquisition support to the TACLAN program within the Program Executive Office – Tactical Information Systems (PEO-TIS) under U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics (SOF AT&L). This position integrates network engineering expertise with acquisition lifecycle management to ensure the delivery of resilient, interoperable tactical communications capabilities to SOF warfighters.We are hiring across multiple levels (III, IV, and V), based on contract requirements and candidate experience.What You Will DoServe as a technical subject matter expert on tactical local area network (TACLAN) systems, supporting design, integration, sustainment, and modernization efforts.Provide engineering assessments and technical recommendations throughout the system lifecycle, including requirements development, prototyping, fielding, and sustainment.Support the development and refinement of system architectures, technical documentation, and performance specifications aligned with SOF operational needsConduct trade-off analyses, risk assessments, and configuration evaluations to inform acquisition and engineering decisions Interface with government engineers, vendors, field service representatives (FSRs), and stakeholders to synchronize program activities across multiple platforms and mission sets.Provide support to the government Acquisition Program Manager (APM) and lead engineer including preparation of milestone documentation, program briefings, and decision support packages.Assist in the formulation, justification, and execution of program budgets.Collaborate with financial analysts to ensure engineering milestones align with budget forecasts and contract performance.Provide support for contract actions, Statements of Work (SOW), Technical Evaluation Plans, and Source Selection documentation.Participate in working groups, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and program reviews to ensure alignment with strategic acquisition objectives.What We Are Looking ForClearance: Must posses and maintain a Secret with the ability to upgrade to Top Secret clearance.5+ years of experience in tactical network engineering or military C4ISR systems.Demonstrated knowledge of the DoD acquisition lifecycle and program support processes.Experience supporting Special Operations Forces or similar mission-critical communications programs.Familiarity with TACLAN hardware/software baseline components and tactical configurations.Significant communications background familiar with the planning, employment, and sustainment of fielded tactical communication systems and software.Knowledge of the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) certification process Knowledge of Tactical Data Link Hardware Knowledge on DoD Acquisition Familiar with DoD testing process.Education & Experience Requirements (Multiple Levels):Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experienceLevel 5: 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.Preferred: Bonus Points For...Clerance: Posses and maintains a TS/SCI clearance. #LI-NM1Physical RequirementsAdequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements Software Engineer family.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 DivisionOur 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.To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: 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 HIIWe 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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