Marine Operations Manager (Site Manager 2) - 30798

HII's Mission Technologies division•Pocasset, MA

2d•$113,705 - $162,435•Onsite

About The Position

HII’s Uncrewed Systems business group is seeking a Marine Operations Manager to lead waterfront, vessel, and test-support operations for maritime programs. The role oversees the readiness and safe operation of support vessels, waterfront facilities, mission-specific equipment, and the personnel responsible for day-of-test execution and on-water safety. The manager coordinates operational planning, fleet maintenance, test events, staff training, logistics, and communication with engineering, program management, and field operations teams. The position is based in the Pocasset, Massachusetts or Virginia Beach, Virginia area. The manager leads the day-to-day operation of manned and unmanned vessels and support craft, serves as senior operational authority for company-owned and contracted vessels, and makes safety and go/no-go decisions. The role also manages site operations and maintenance, waterfront infrastructure, preventative maintenance, shipyard work, contractors, procurement, scheduling, operational records, crew development, and safety training. The position may support or conduct sea testing at UxS sites.

Requirements

Six years of relevant progressive experience with a bachelor’s degree in a related field; four years with a master’s degree in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant progressive experience.
U.S. Coast Guard OUPV or Master’s License, or equivalent USCG/USN rating.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Ability to work in demanding marine environments, lift 50+ pounds, and operate heavy equipment or machinery as needed.
Extensive experience leading marine operations in high-tempo or test-support environments, including comfort operating vessels from small craft to approximately 70 feet.
Proficiency with computers, Outlook, and basic spreadsheets and presentations.
Mechanical aptitude and hands-on skills with vessel systems, maintenance checks, equipment staging, lifting and rigging operations, and marine tooling.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising crews, conducting hiring, and managing personnel performance.
Familiarity with unmanned autonomous systems, including launch and recovery, operations, and logistics.
Experience with vessel operators and support contractors local to the Pocasset, Massachusetts and Virginia Beach, Virginia areas.
High situational awareness in dynamic test environments and proven calm decision-making under pressure.
Proactive problem-solving, anticipating downstream impacts, improving operational processes, and enhancing safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day maritime operations, including vessel readiness, crew coordination, and safe operation of manned and unmanned vessels and support craft.
Serve as senior operational authority for company-owned and contracted vessels and support craft; provide operational guidance and make decisions concerning safe operations, launch and recovery, support craft, crane and lift operations, and go/no-go determinations.
Maintain on-water situational awareness and safety practices, emergency procedures, and operational discipline, personally assisting during high-risk or critical operations as needed.
Oversee waterfront facilities, including docks, staging areas, fueling systems, and test-support infrastructure.
Oversee the annual marine operations capital budget, including vessel and equipment procurements and subcontractor-related needs.
Support or conduct sea testing when available at UxS sites.
Manage the site workforce to achieve government-directed tasks and schedules; oversee company and subcontractor operations and maintenance personnel.
Coordinate with site program functional representatives to align and deconflict operations, systems, and site maintenance.
Oversee equipment start-up, control, and shutdown in accordance with efficient, economical, and environmental standards.
Oversee maintenance, repair, construction, and operation of assigned systems and supporting infrastructure, including work control, planning, facilities support, and plant operations.
Assist headquarters with site facilities strategy and operational planning, annual production workload planning, resource and budget planning, and other managerial requirements.
Oversee the preventative maintenance program and fleet readiness through inspections, maintenance routines, repair coordination, and USCG vessel safety checks.
Oversee shipyard work, service agreements, and external contractor and vendor work on company vessels and support equipment.
Ensure vessels, cranes, lifts, and mission-specific systems meet safety, certification, and readiness requirements before test events or mission operations.
Support installation, removal, troubleshooting, and overhaul of marine systems and onboard equipment.
Manage movement of personnel, equipment, and test assets between waterfront facilities and test locations.
Oversee procurement and inventory of parts, consumables, tools, and facility supplies.
Coordinate vessel, test-day, crew, and facility schedules across engineering, program management, and test teams.
Maintain operational logs, fuel records, equipment status reports, and readiness documentation across UxS sites and testing operations.
Build training and certification processes for vessel operations, crane and lift operations, emergency response, and test-specific procedures.
Establish and enforce safety training and vessel embarkation requirements for personnel, subcontractors, customers, and guests, including underway safety briefs and drills.
Recruit, onboard, schedule, supervise, and develop vessel crews and subcontractors.
Establish a high-performance culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement; conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and professional development.