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.

Part-Time PNT Research and Development Engineer in Dayton, Ohio

Part-time senior technical advisor supporting GPS, timing, navigation, and flight-test research at the Air Force Institute of Technology. Help advance autonomy and navigation technologies for Mission Technologies, a division of HII.

Description

  • Provide senior technical guidance on GPS, timing, two-way time transfer, navigation integration, technology development, and flight testing.
  • Support faculty and graduate students at the Air Force Institute of Technology’s ANT Center.
  • Collaborate with faculty, students, and research engineers to assess algorithms and tools for autonomy and advanced navigation projects.
  • Examine laboratory and flight-test plans.
  • Propose and rank technology developments for testing and assessment.
  • Contribute directly to algorithm and system-performance evaluations.
  • Advance research in autonomy, navigation, and defense technology.
  • Operate in a secure, customer-facing setting at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical or astronautical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in GPS, timing, two-way time transfer, navigation integration, flight testing, or related research.
  • Experience with PNT technologies, including GNSS, inertial navigation and air-data systems, GPS performance in degraded environments, anti-jam GPS, flight testing, and aircraft timing or two-way time-transfer methods.
  • Capability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Practical, hands-on problem-solving approach.
  • Willingness to participate actively in algorithm and system-performance evaluations.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance; an existing Secret clearance is preferred.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Federal contract requirements prohibit work-visa sponsorship and employment of individuals with Green Card, permanent-resident, asylee, or refugee status.
  • Preferred: master’s degree in aeronautical or astronautical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Preferred: at least 20 years of experience in relevant PNT research.
  • Preferred: active Secret clearance when applying.
  • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods at a computer workstation.
  • Ability to occasionally lift approximately 25 pounds.
  • Ability to enter data-center or laboratory environments, including bending, stooping, and climbing short ladders.
  • Ability to travel occasionally when required.

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.
  • Qualified positions may occasionally include bonus or other non-recurring compensation.
  • Occasional travel for meetings, training, or mission support when required.

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