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Mission Technologies, a division of HII
Mission Technologies, a division of HII
5,001 – 10,000 Employees
ConsultingLogisticsManufacturing
Mission Technologies, a division of HII, develops and delivers advanced technologies for national security and military operations. Its work spans cyber and space operations, advanced military technologies, and integrated systems supporting air, land, and sea forces. The organization also applies artificial intelligence and C5ISR capabilities to help strengthen U.S. military operations and enable coordination across multiple domains. With activities connected to manufacturing, consulting, and logistics, Mission Technologies offers job seekers opportunities to explore work at the intersection of engineering, defense technology, and operational support.
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Operational Systems Manager, Manufacturing Engineering — HII, Arlington, VA (Onsite)

Lead manufacturing ramp-ups, operational standards, and continuous improvement for Mission Technologies, a division of HII, supporting naval defense technology programs. Develop on-site teams, production systems, capacity models, and manufacturing engineering talent.

USUnited StatesVAVirginia
$128,656 – $170,000 / year
On-siteFull-timeSeniorLeadEnglish RequiredSoftware Engineer
Python

Description

  • Lead manufacturing ramp-ups for strategic products and programs
  • Create technical and management standards for HII Mission Technologies manufacturing operations
  • Define standards for work instructions, capacity planning, daily management, continuous improvement, and performance metrics
  • Guide on-site teams in building capacity models that account for demand variability, staffing, equipment utilization, and supplier lead times
  • Direct on-site teams in developing standardized build procedures
  • Conduct time-and-motion studies to improve manufacturing performance
  • Analyze value streams, remove bottlenecks, balance workflows, and plan facility layouts
  • Build and scale operational excellence and structured continuous improvement systems based on proven practices
  • Guide on-site teams in implementing and adapting production systems
  • Mentor and develop early-career industrial, manufacturing, and systems engineers
  • Create a structured operations leadership development program

Requirements

  • Six years of relevant progressive experience with a bachelor’s degree in a related field, four years with a related master’s degree, or 10 years with a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience with system dynamics modeling and simulation using tools such as Simio, Python, or MATLAB
  • Operations leadership development program experience is preferred
  • Background in manufacturing leadership and process improvement
  • Familiarity with high-complexity or defense manufacturing is advantageous
  • Demonstrated exceptional communication skills
  • Ability to build trust quickly with stakeholders ranging from front-line craftspeople to senior executives
  • Comfort creating structure amid ambiguity and acting quickly with incomplete data
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
  • Willingness to travel 25–50% of the time

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plan options
  • Wellness resources
  • Employee assistance programs
  • 401(k) savings plan options
  • Financial planning tools
  • Life insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Paid holidays and paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for early childhood and post-secondary education
  • Occasional bonuses or other non-recurring compensation for eligible positions
  • Supportive and welcoming work environment
  • Education and training programs for ongoing career development

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