Project Manager (Mgr Project Management 2) - 29062

HII's Mission Technologies division•Port Hueneme, CA

1d•$109,349 - $141,255•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 at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment. Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships. Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results. Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners. Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities. Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose. These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission Technologies. Summary HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient Project Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of engineering-centric projects under the IOF contract at Port Hueneme Division (PHD). The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Electrical Engineering, Software Development, and/or Systems Engineering, coupled with a proven ability to deliver integrated, mission-critical solutions that span multiple technical domains. This role requires strategic leadership, hands-on technical insight, and a collaborative spirit to manage complex project lifecycles and ensure alignment with operational objectives and innovation goals.

Requirements

6 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; or 4 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant progressive experience.
Experience in one or more of the following technical areas: Electrical Engineering (circuit analysis, control systems, embedded hardware), Software Development (embedded programming, application lifecycle management), Systems Engineering (architecture definition, integration, verification and validation).
Strong organizational and leadership abilities with a proven track record of driving cross functional collaboration.
Working knowledge of industry-standard project management methodologies (Agile, PMI, CMMI).
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt information for both technical and non technical audiences.
Active DoD Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Project/Program Management (e.g. PMP, PgMP, CAPM, etc.).
Experience working with USV operations.

Responsibilities

Manage concurrent projects with focus on electrical systems, software platforms, and systems integration.
Coordinate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to deliver unified technical solutions.
Define project scopes and develop schedules with deep understanding of electrical schematics, software architecture, and systems-level design.
Coordinate engineering workstreams and resource planning across hardware, firmware, and software units.
Collaborate with government customers and internal teams to integrate project initiatives.
Present technical briefings to leadership and stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.
Monitor scope, schedule, and budget, ensuring alignment with contractual and technical goals.
Apply industry best practices in risk mitigation, quality control, and productivity improvements.
Generate project status updates, technical documentation, and performance analytics.
Ensure technical feasibility and compliance through systems thinking and engineering standards.