Integrated Naval Combat Systems Engineer - at Huntington Ingalls Industries Virginia , VA

Job Summary

Integrated Naval Combat Systems Engineer – Full Time/Salaried/Exempt –

Location:

Virginia Beach, VA – Salary Range: $68,050 – $90,001.60 – Security Clearance:
Secret – Mid level experience. This position is onsite at HII in Virginia Beach, VA.

• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification & validation, supportability, and effectiveness analyses for total training systems with a focus on ballistic missile defense scenarios.
• Convert customer or product requirements, including MDA requirements for threat models and operational protocols, into total training system solutions that account for technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Conduct functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirement gathering, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into software specifications.
• Apply extensive technical expertise and maintain knowledge of related disciplines.
• Communicate effectively and present technical approaches, including SYSML models and simulation results, to stakeholders.
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems, including innovative approaches to simulate ballistic missile threats and countermeasures.
• Participate in Interface Working Groups and Interface Control Working Groups.
• Document system architecture using SYSML and ensure it meets ballistic missile defense training needs.
• Maintain an active or obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Undergo pre‑employment background investigation and drug screening per Mission Technologies requirements.
• Meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Work onsite at HII in Virginia Beach, VA.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 2+ years relevant experience, OR Master’s degree in a related field (0 years experience required), OR High School Diploma/equivalent with 6+ years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience with Shipboard Combat Systems, Aegis Weapon Systems, or BMD mission operations.
• Strong background in system testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex electronic/network systems.
• U.S. Citizen.
• Current or active DoD Secret Clearance.

• Experience working with DoD customers, projects, and processes, particularly related to ballistic missile defense.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following Naval System areas:
  • AEGIS
  • Strong understanding of ballistic missile defense concepts and technologies.
  • Proven experience with requirement gathering and analysis, particularly in the context of training systems.
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, GSEC, SSCP, or higher).

• Office, industrial, or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving materials may be required.

Competitive benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, 401(k) savings plan, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, early childhood and post‑secondary scholarships, paid holidays, and paid time off.

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, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.