Date: Jun 25, 2026
Location: Oak Harbor, WA, Washington, United States
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Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 28401
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $63,808.00 - $80,000.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
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.
Job Description
Mission Technologies - a division of HII is seeking a Technical Support Specialist in Oak Harbor, WA, in support of the NITE contract. This role combines the responsibilities of a range operator with advanced technical support for IT and communication infrastructure. The candidate is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and installation of telecommunication and related communications systems supporting range operations.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Operates the MRES, MEWTS control, and LITL systems during training events.
Provides pairing commands and Constructive Red Air/Surface-to-Air threats to live aircraft
Monitor and respond to primary and secondary voice circuits simultaneously to coordinate real-time mission updates.
Performs daily testing and operations of equipment including the Digital Radio Management System (DRMS), UHF/VHF Air-to-Ground Radios, Simple Key Loader (SKL), and Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS).
Performs installation and maintenance of Ethernet, fiber, and other data transmission lines. Troubleshoots network-based and RF communications systems.
Receives pre-mission data from squadrons or Mission Coordinators and ensures accurate input into RADS and NGTS.
Serves as a liaison between project team and management; reviews project status, budgets, and schedules to meet productivity and client-satisfaction goals.
Provides maintenance and logistics support to World Wide Fury (WWF) as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years of relevant experience.
OR Bachelors in a related field and 3 years experience.
OR Masters in a related field and 1 year experience.
Mandatory Certification:
Security+.
Specific Technical Experience:
Extensive experience in Telecommunications O&M, including:
Voice/data communications and digital networks.
VHF/UHF tactical radios, transmitters, and antennas.
Networking hardware (routers, hubs, switches).
Power systems (UPS, DC power supplies, low voltage AC).
Clearance:
Must be a US Citizen with an active Secret Clearance.
Physical Requirements
Primarily an office environment, but requires flexibility for non-standard work hours and weeks exceeding 40 hours.
Must be able to communicate via radio following proper protocol and etiquette.
May be required to lift heavy objects and spend long hours at a computer terminal.
10 - 20% travel to include foreign travel.
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.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
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?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to
[email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
