Facilities Operations Assistant

HII's Mission Technologies division•Bremerton, WA

3d•$57,248 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. 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. HII’s Mission Technologies division is dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions that advance national security and defense objectives. We are actively looking for a Facilities Operation Specialist. This position is part of our Cyber and Intelligence division, which plays a critical role in supporting Enterprise-Level Security and Modernization efforts across IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, physical facilities, and personnel operations. The Facilities Operations Assistant provides technical support for the daily maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of physical infrastructure, building utilities, logistics, and low-voltage systems within a facility. Operating under the direction of the building manager, this position performs hardware adjustments, technical testing, and administrative coordination to maintain physical, acoustic, and facility infrastructure standards. This is an individual contributor role with no supervisory, leadership, or policy-making responsibilities. The selected candidate will contribute to a high-impact government program focused on enhancing and securing mission-critical systems and environments. Due to the classified nature of the mission and the sensitivity of the operational environment, an active TS/SCI security clearance will be required with ability to obtain and maintain a CI Poly.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
Must have basic technical knowledge (such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and code compliance) and mechanical ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment and possess a basic knowledge of construction principles.
Must possess a general understanding of OSHA, fire prevention, life and safety regulations.
Must be able to handle multiple priorities and work independently.
Active TS/SCI required to start
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a CI polygraph to remain in position

Nice To Haves

Technical school education preferred.
Two (2) year maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs on security, communication, and basic facility hardware components.
Performs structural repairs, including minor drywall patching, wall cove repairs, minor floor tile repairs, and interior wall painting.
Replaces faulty field equipment, including perimeter sensors, door contacts, access control wiring, and low-voltage electronic parts.
Conducts technical assessments on physical perimeter structures like automated boom gates, turnstiles, and entry points, coordinating major repairs with authorized entities.
Operates facility access badge equipment and completes physical hardware repairs on badge printers, biometric scanners, and camera parts.
Assists the building manager with regular facility technical testing, including semi-annual hardware and physical standard inspections.
Routes low-voltage wire behind walls, fishing, pulling, and securing cables according to facility infrastructure blueprints.
Responds to system outages or facility emergencies by providing immediate physical triage and reporting status updates to the building manager.
Monitors, tracks, and adjusts the Direct Digital Control (DDC) building management system to regulate environmental settings and maintain infrastructure efficiency.
Investigates, diagnoses, and troubleshoots Air Handling Units (AHU) to isolate mechanical or airflow issues prior to vendor dispatch.
Investigates and troubleshoots facility plumbing systems, resolving localized line blockages, component leaks, or minor pressure fluctuations.
Manages material movement, workspace staging, and general logistics support within the facility.
Obtains and maintains operator licenses for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to operate mechanical lifts and machinery.
Monitors, tracks, and documents the preventative forklift maintenance plan to maintain vehicle safety and operational uptime.
Prepares, formats, and routes purchase requests for approval to keep technical parts, components, and maintenance tools in stock.
Identifies structural deficiencies or hardware vulnerabilities during daily inspections, correcting minor mechanical faults and reporting larger upkeep needs to the building manager.