NPS Environmental Research Analyst -

HII's Mission Technologies division•Monterey, CA

1d•$96,824 - $125,008•Onsite

About The Position

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. Summary HII is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Research Analyst to support the Naval Postgraduate School Energy Academic Group (EAG) in Monterey, California. The selected candidate will lead and support environmental engineering and compliance initiatives associated with energy, facilities, infrastructure, and research programs supporting Department of Defense and federal mission objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in environmental compliance, regulatory analysis, environmental impact assessments, pollution prevention, and stakeholder engagement with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies. This position requires exceptional leadership, analytical, and communication skills to support operational, research, and infrastructure-related environmental initiatives.

Requirements

9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and participating in compliance inspections and audits.
Demonstrated ability to analyze regulatory changes and implement compliance strategies across complex organizations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and executive briefing capabilities.
Ability to work effectively within government, academic, and industry collaborative environments.
U.S. citizenship required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance preferred.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) certification or relevant environmental certifications preferred.
Experience supporting Department of Defense, Navy, federal research organizations, or higher education institutions.
Familiarity with operational energy, installation energy, sustainability planning, and resilient infrastructure initiatives.
Experience supporting military installations, laboratories, or research and development environments.

Responsibilities

Develop, administer, and implement environmental programs in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local governmental requirements.
Monitor pollution prevention activities, environmental compliance programs, and auditing efforts to ensure adherence to environmental regulations and company policies.
Conduct environmental studies and prepare environmental impact reports associated with new construction projects, facility modifications, operational processes, and permit changes.
Review and analyze environmental documentation issued by regulatory agencies and determine impacts to organizational operations and mission execution.
Develop and publish compliance strategies, guidance, and implementation requirements to ensure organizational readiness and regulatory alignment.
Evaluate proposed environmental regulations and policies to assess financial, industrial, operational, public, and environmental impacts.
Coordinate and interact directly with regulatory agencies and stakeholders to resolve environmental compliance issues and support permitting activities.
Represent HII and supported organizations during government, industry, and regulatory rule-making activities, meetings, and working groups.
Support energy resilience, sustainability, infrastructure modernization, and environmental stewardship initiatives aligned with Department of Defense priorities.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and technical guidance to engineering and environmental support personnel as required.
Prepare technical reports, briefings, risk assessments, and executive-level presentations supporting program leadership and customer engagements.