Senior Strategic Advisor - F-35 Acquisition & Program Integration (Engineer 5) 25277

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Date: Aug 28, 2025

Location: Arlington, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 25277 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $140,001.00 - $185,000.00 

Security Clearance: TS/SCI  

Level of Experience: Senior 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 Division
Our 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: https://vimeo.com/732533072 

 

Summary:

Senior Strategic Advisor – F-35 Acquisition & Program Integration

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Senior Strategic Advisor to provide expert-level guidance and strategic analysis in support of U.S. Government (USG) customers engaged in the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. This role demands deep expertise in defense acquisition, program integration, and strategic planning, with a proven ability to advise senior leadership across the Department of Defense (DoD), Joint Program Office (JPO), and intelligence communities.

 

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of operational insight, acquisition acumen, and strategic foresight to support capability development, modernization planning, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and warfighter integration. Exceptional writing and communication skills are essential for producing high-impact deliverables that shape decision-making at the highest levels. This position will work on-site at the Pentagon.   #LI-SF1

What You Will Do:

  • Provide high-level strategic and analytic support to USG customers, including senior decision-makers within the F-35 enterprise
  • Deliver expert assessments and recommendations on F-35 capability integration, modernization priorities, and acquisition strategies
  • Lead and contribute to war games, tabletop exercises, and strategic simulations focused on 5th-generation airpower and joint operations
  • Conduct operational gap analyses to identify capability shortfalls and recommend mitigation strategies aligned with F-35 mission sets
  • Support FMS initiatives by advising on partner nation integration, sustainment planning, and interoperability considerations
  • Advise on federal acquisition strategies, requirements development, and procurement planning in support of F-35 lifecycle management
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, logistics, sustainment, and operations to refine strategic concepts and program plans
  • Author white papers, technical reports, acquisition documentation, and decision-support materials tailored for senior leadership
  • Ensure written products are clear, persuasive, and aligned with USG standards, acquisition regulations, and strategic objectives

What We're Looking For:

 

  • U.S citizen with an active TS/SCI/SAP clearance
  • 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience supporting USG customers in defense acquisition, program management, or strategic planning roles
  • Demonstrated expertise in DoD acquisition processes, including requirements development, contracting, and lifecycle management
  • Proven ability to engage and influence Director-level and above stakeholders across DoD and industry
  • Experience supporting war games, exercises, and strategic planning efforts related to airpower or joint force integration
  • Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
  • Exceptional writing skills with a portfolio of strategic, technical, or acquisition-related documents
  • Ability to synthesize complex programmatic and operational data into actionable insights

Preferred Requirements

  • Advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Strategic Studies, National Security, Program Management)
  • Prior military or government service in a strategic advisory or acquisition leadership capacity
  • Experience with international defense cooperation and FMS processes, particularly within the F-35 program
  • Familiarity with emerging technologies, threat environments, and 5th-generation air combat capabilities
  • DAWIA certification or equivalent acquisition training is a plus
  • PMI PMP certification
  • Experience drafting acquisition strategies, Statements of Work (SOWs), or Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs) for major defense programs

HII 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 HII
We 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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.