Tactical Data Link Mission Coordinator (Military Operations Analyst 3) - 28698

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Date: May 22, 2026

Location: Beaufort, SC, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 28698 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $68,364.00 - $83,014.00 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

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 Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

  • 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.

Who We Are

Mission Technologies, a division of Huntington Ingalls, is searching for a Mission Coordinator (Tactical Data Link Coordinator) located at MCAS Beaufort, SC in support of the Beaufort Tactical Training Range (BTTR). In this role, you will apply your operational expertise to evaluate fleet training requirements, develop meaningful training solutions, and help ensure the Navy’s LVC enterprise delivers realistic, effective training for Sailors and warfighters. This position requires a deep understanding of naval operations, fleet readiness processes, and integrated training systems.

What You Will Do

  • Responsible for development, production, and continuous update of written, photographic, audio, video and mixed media training aids and materials for mission planning. 
  • Supports planning and coordination for agencies participating in or supporting training operations on the Tactical Training Range complex. 
  • Attends pre-mission conferences for users and support groups. 
  • Coordinates user flight schedules/training requirements with tactical training system range and warning area availability to ensure maximum utilization of tactical training system facilities. 
  • Coordinates tactical training system assets and communicates daily with aviation units, air control units, airspace/air traffic control agencies and other tactical training system facilities to ensure coordination of necessary participants. 
  • Maintains computer database of range utilization, prepares reports of range availability/scheduling/utilization. 
  • Develops and presents briefings on capability, operation, and requirements to military and government agencies, to include VIP presentations. 
  • Provides for equipment operator training for Range Training Officers (RTO) and other on-site personnel in operation of display consoles. 
  • Performs RTO functions when user RTOs are not available. 
  • Solicits customer feedback and encourages completion of customer surveys. 
  • Compiles and retains customer satisfaction data. 
  • Proactively communicates with individual squadrons to ensure link connectivity in every flight and troubleshoots as required during training evolutions. 
  • Utilizes all functionality of JRE in order to meet specific training event requirements. 
  • Coordinates with and trains designated range personnel in the daily operation of TDL equipment. 
  • Coordinates TDL settings with all training network participants. 
  • Serves as the primary point of contact for all questions related to operational and interoperability issues. 
  • Continuously coordinates with external TDL agencies, including training and testing facilities, to ensure the TDL architecture is equipped with the most current software, hardware, and system capabilities. 
  • Recommends modifications and upgrades to increase interoperability with joint and combined forces. 
  • Attends appropriate continuing education classes to maintain knowledge base. 
  • Supports tactical data link design in validated operational requirements to include cost analysis, optimization studies, engineering studies, integration, and installation. 
  • Works with the engineering department for capability improvements and with configuration management to maintain and document TDL baselines. 

What You Must Have

  • 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.
  • Candidate must hold an Air Intercept Controller (AIC) qualification.
  • Candidate must have experience writing technical reports.
  • Candidate must have experience familiarizing aircrews with range capabilities, available assets, and operational procedures, and providing detailed debriefings.
  • Candidate must have an active Secret Clearance.

Bonus Points For Having!

  • Experience in Tactical Aviation with a Bachelor’s Degree in one or more of the following areas: 
    • Electronic warfare
    • Tactical aircrew  
    • Training range operations experience 
  • Air intercept operations or tactical exercise development and evaluation experience 
  • Naval Strike and Air Warfare Training or Large Scale Fleet exercise and training support
  • Multiple Tactical Data Link experience (Link-11, Link-16, etc.)
  • Joint Range Extension (JRE) operations experience

 

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.


The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

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

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.