Simulation Systems Engineer - Image Generation - 29526

HII's Mission Technologies division•Nellis AFB, NV

3d•$101,799 - $145,018•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 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 – 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. Mission Technologies, a Division of HII is seeking an Image Generation Engineer to support Modeling, Simulation and Training at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center – Nellis (JITTC-N), Nellis AFB, NV. The individual’s primary responsibility will center on deployment, configuring, testing, fielding and maintaining Aechelon Technologies Image Generator (IG) and Multi-Spectral Databases (MSDB) within JSE at the JITTC-N.

Requirements

5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
Must have strong troubleshooting skills in both hardware and software contexts, including integration with diverse display solutions.
Must have knowledge of network administration principles as they apply to simulator systems.
Must have awareness of and adherence to information security best practices.
Must have proficiency in performing configuration management and collaborating with other configuration managers.
Must be detail-oriented and capable of managing complex systems in a high-stakes environment.
Must have the ability to write processes for simulator technicians and engineers.
Must have strong oral and written communication and organizational skills to produce and maintain technical documents and procedures.
Must have the ability to create and maintain data logging procedures and reports in order to identify issues and submit deficiency reports.
Must have had a current or active secret clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD TS/SCI and relevant SAP/SAR Clearance.
Must be a US citizen.

Nice To Haves

Strongly Prefer candidates with TS/SCI clearance or have held one in the last 24 months.
Experience in software design, test and implementation within DoD flight simulators.
Experience contributing to the system design or architecture of new and current systems.
Experience with Agile software practices.
Experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) efforts.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
BS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Degrees in Engineering, Math, and Physics may qualify with at least 1 year of C++ and/or Python experience.
Proficiency in Aechelon Technologies Image Generators and Multi-Spectral Databases.
Familiarity with Aechelon Technologies multi-level security (3MLS) configurations and secure enclave operations.

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, update, and patch Aechelon Technologies IG systems across multi-channel and multi-function operations.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues arising from Aechelon Technologies IG systems or their integration with various display solutions, including monitors, projectors, virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) headsets.
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair Aechelon Technologies MSDBs configured in a multi-level security (3MLS) environment across multiple secure enclaves.
Ensure seamless operation and availability of Aechelon Technologies MSDBs for simulation and training purposes.
Possess sufficient network administration knowledge to troubleshoot issues related to Aechelon Technologies IGs and MSDBs.
Collaborate with other IT and engineering teams to resolve integration challenges within a complex simulation architecture.
Adhere to and enforce information security best practices and procedures, particularly when working with multi-level secure environments.
Maintain vigilance to protect sensitive systems and data across classified enclaves.