Requisition Number: 22616

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Temporary Worker

Anticipated Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Intern HI

This 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.

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

Job Description

This is an UNPAID internship through the DoD Skillbridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel. DoD Skillbridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. HII Mission Technologies Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with HII.

Objective

The Skillbridge intern will train as a Modeling & Simulation – Integrator / Operator within HII-Mission Technologies, reporting to a designated HII Supervisor, and focus on becoming a fully trained M&S Integrator capable of supporting NORAD/NORTHCOM exercise planning, execution, and assessment through effective utilization of various modeling and simulation tools within the Joint Live Virtual Constructive (JLVC) environment. The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.

Desired End State (3-4 month target)

At the end of four months, the intern will be able to:

• Technical Systems Proficiency

• Gain foundational knowledge of primary M&S systems (BCS-F, RTAP, JIMDTS)

• Learn basic operation and integration of simulation tools in JLVC environment

• Understand system architecture and data flow between different M&S platforms

• Exercise Planning & Integration

• Develop understanding of joint doctrine and exercise planning processes

• Learn requirements gathering and M&S tool selection methodology

• Practice scenario development and database creation for training events

• Operational Execution

• Shadow experienced operators during exercise execution

• Learn troubleshooting and real-time problem-solving techniques

• Understand assessment and after-action review processes

• Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the Skillbridge intern and considers the Skillbridge internship an overall positive experience.

Assumptions/Restrictions

• Skillbridge Intern will possess at minimum an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

• Skillbridge Intern will be available during core hours for critical meetings and training.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Training Location: Peterson SFB, Colorado Springs, CO

Training Plan

Phase 1 - Basics

WEEK 1: Introduction & Fundamentals

• Orientation to HII Mission Technologies, security protocols, and facility access

• Overview of NORAD/NORTHCOM mission and M&S requirements

• Basic joint doctrine and military operations familiarization

WEEK 2: M&S Systems Overview

• Introduction to Battle Control System-Fixed (BCS-F) architecture

• Real Time Analytical Platform (RTAP) basic operations

• Joint Integrated Missile Defense and Warning Training System fundamentals

WEEK 3: JLVC Environment

• Network architecture and connectivity requirements

• Basic IT security principles and protocols

• Introduction to distributed simulation concepts

WEEK 4: Programming Fundamentals

• Basic Python programming concepts

• AFSIM software introduction

• Data structure and integration principles

Phase 2 – Planning

WEEK 5: Exercise Planning I

• Exercise planning process and documentation

• Requirements gathering methodology

• Stakeholder coordination techniques

WEEK 6: Exercise Planning II

• Scenario development fundamentals

• Database creation and management

• Integration planning and testing procedures

WEEK 7: Tool Integration

• M&S tool selection criteria and process

• System interoperability considerations

• Testing and validation procedures

WEEK 8: Operational Preparation

• Exercise control procedures

• Communication protocols

• Troubleshooting methodology

Phase 3 – Execution & Assessment

WEEK 9: Execution Phase I

• Shadow experienced operators during small-scale exercise

• Learn real-time problem resolution

• Practice basic system operation

WEEK 10: Execution Phase II

• Participate in larger exercise execution

• Perform basic operator functions

• Document lessons learned

WEEK 11: Assessment & Analysis

• After-action review procedures

• Data collection and analysis

• Report writing and documentation

WEEK 12: Final Integration

• Independent exercise support tasks

• Final evaluation and assessment

• Transition planning to full-time role

Additional Goals

• LVC Exercise Planning & Training Event Support

Minimum Qualifications

Active-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service. Applications accepted within final 12 months of active-duty service. Education and Experience dependent on Program of Instruction.

• Must have TOP SECRET/SCI Security clearance

• Bachelor's in Engineering (EE, ME, CE, or SWE)

• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of joint M&S planning experience in a Combat Support Agency, Combatant Command, or Joint Staff level. Must have practical experience in the application of M&S tools for the planning and execution of joint wargames and/or exercises.

• Individual(s) should be able to understand and apply joint doctrine.

• Intermediate knowledge of M&S architectures and design methodology for experiments using live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) environments.

• Comprehensive knowledge of a broad range of modeling, simulation, and analysis techniques.

• Familiarity with the operation of a broad range of M&S tools during exercise and wargame execution, and the ability to assess the M&S requirements of a Joint Staff and recommend M&S tools based on those requirements.

• Operational expertise or related experience supporting air, land, and/or maritime operations.

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Preferred Requirements

• Battle Control System - Fixed (BCS-F) experience

• Real Time Analytical Platform (RTAP) experience

• Joint Integrated Missile Defense and Warning Training System (JIMDTS) experience

• Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) experience

• Air Warfare Simulation (AWSIM) experience

• Familiarity with Object-Oriented Programming, Python, C++ - for Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) software

• IT background (Net+, Sec+, A+, ITIL) to facilitate technical aspects of the Joint Live Virtual Constructive (JLVC) environment

• 2+ years Instructor/Evaluator Experience

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements will vary and is dependent on the Program of Instruction.

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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.