AUKUS Sustainment Systems & Planning Lead - 29274

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Date: Sep 4, 2026

Location: Canberra, AUS, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 29274  

Required Travel: 11 - 25% 

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $109,736.00 - $150,000.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain 

Level of Experience: Senior 

Employee Referral Amount: $3,000.00

 

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.


🇦🇺 TAKE YOUR CAREER DOWN UNDER | $25,000 SIGN-ON BONUS & FULL RELOCATION

Shape the Future of Global Security on the Historic AUKUS Contract Ready for your next big move? We are seeking US talent to bring their expertise to Australia and spearhead critical defense initiatives under the landmark AUKUS partnership. Swap your commute for coastal living—we will handle the heavy lifting with a $25,000 sign-on bonus and a comprehensive relocation package to get you and your family settled seamlessly Down Under. 



Summary

HII - Australia is seeking a Sustainment Systems & Planning Lead to join the team! This opportunity will be based out of Canberra, Australia. This position will provide integrated planning and scheduling capability that aligns operational demand, engineering constraints, and sustainment delivery across the enterprise and partner organisations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage integrated master schedules (FCD, LOTE, fleet operations).
  • Align maintenance planning with operational demand and engineering constraints.
  • Integrate ILS frameworks and support systems across partners.
  • Implement repeatable planning processes aligned to US/UK models.
  • Enable data-driven decision-making and performance reporting.

What you need to have:

  • 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
  • 8+ years in sustainment planning, scheduling, or ILS.
  • Experience building and managing:
    • Integrated Master Schedules (IMS).
    • Multi-stakeholder planning frameworks.
  • Working knowledge of US submarine sustainment processes, preferably SSN/VCS.
  • Experience integrating:
    • Engineering constraints.
    • Operational demand.
    • Maintenance schedules.
  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision support capability.

Bonus points for:

  • Experience within NAVSEA planning systems or submarine program offices.
  • Familiarity with ILS frameworks (LSA, provisioning, maintenance planning) in US DoD context.
  • Prior work with CSS or TYCOM Maintenance organizations, shipyards, SUPSHIP, or intermediate maintenance activities.
  • Prior Shipyard Engineer, Super-JO, Project Superintendent, STE, EDMC, or 3MC.
  • Experience deploying repeatable planning models across organisations.
  • Proficiency in advanced planning tools (e.g., Primavera, MS Project, or equivalent enterprise systems).


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.

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.