Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications

Requisition Number: 26736 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $94,352.00 - $125,000.00  Security Clearance: Top Secret Level of Experience: Mid HI This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations. HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe. Meet HII’s Mission Technologies DivisionOur team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: Summary Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies is seeking a Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) Engineer to support our customer, the USAFE Nuclear Operations Division (A10N), who provides network design, engineering, maintenance, and Information Assurance (IA) services in support of NC3 systems and associated security protection systems for these programs located at Ramstein AB, Germany and within USAFE AOR. The NC3 system involves the means through which Presidential authority is exercised and operational command and control of nuclear operations are conducted. The NC3 system is part of the larger national leadership command capability (NLCC), which encompasses the three broad mission areas of: (1) Presidential and senior leader communications; (2) NC3; and (3) continuity of operations and continuity of government communications. The NC3 NOC Engineer will provide tactical SATCOM and network IP technical services in support of the NC3 Weapon System (AN/USQ-225) and its components located at Ramstein AB, Germany. They will provide day-to-day support of the equipment, recurring maintenance, high-level troubleshooting, and serve as a subject matter expert (SME) to A10N Command and Control Government Leadership.  What You Will Do Must be able to work in 24/7 operations center. Monitor day-to-day operation of systems and institute corrective actions in response to noted anomalies. Perform preventative maintenance and high-level troubleshooting on the following equipment AN/PSC-5C Multi-Band/Multi-Mission Communication Terminal (or most current tactical radio systems) Specific NC3 (AN/USQ-225) systems located at Ramstein AB GCCS-J system Routing and Switching equipment Fiber optics network equipment Cryptographic key loading Operate and maintain operational issues with network infrastructure (Layer 2/Layer 3) then implement timely corrective action. Assess, evaluate, and re-engineer complex circuit/link restoration to accommodate critical communication architectural requirements. In coordination with base communications maintenance technicians, address capabilities and limitations of equipment, troubleshooting procedures, security requirements and technology to install, maintain, and restore all links and circuits applicable to the NC3 systems in the 24/7 operations center. What We Are Looking For 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. Minimum IAT II Certified (Sec+, CCNA Sec, etc). Thorough knowledge of RF/SATCOM theory and maintenance, fault isolation, performance monitoring, configuration management standards, principles, and techniques. Demonstrated communication skills; both written and oral concerning technical material and explaining these aspects to non-technical customers. Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top Secret with the eligibility to get a TS/SCI. Preferred: Bonus Points For... Experience as a RF/SATCOM trainer. Microsoft server knowledge/certification (e.g., MCSA). Network infrastructure certifications/training (e.g., CCNP, JNCIP-ENT). DoD 8570 IAM Level 3 Certified (e.g., CISSP, etc). Thorough knowledge of network design and maintenance, fault isolation, performance monitoring, configuration management standards, principles, and techniques. Experience with network engineering in a large, distributed environment with an emphasis in secure tunneling mechanisms like Dynamic Multipoint VPN (DMVPN) or similar. #LI-NM1HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. Why HIIWe build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.