LVC Planner SME - 25352

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Date: Sep 10, 2025

Location: Des Moines, IA, Iowa, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 25352 

Required Travel: 26 - 50%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $116,708.00 - $200,000.00 

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.
 

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

HII Mission Technologies, is seeking a highly skilled Live/Virtual/Constructive (LVC) Mission Planner and Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the 132nd Combat Training Squadron (CTS) and the Distributed Training Operations Center (DTOC) at Fort Des Moines, Iowa.

 

Why This Role Matters

This role plays a critical part in shaping the future of combat readiness. By designing and executing high-fidelity training scenarios that integrate live, virtual, and constructive elements, you will directly enhance the preparedness of Air National Guard and U.S. Air Force personnel. Your expertise will help bridge the gap between simulation and real-world operations, ensuring tactical effectiveness and mission success across joint and coalition forces.

 

What you will do

  • Lead all aspects of LVC mission planning and execution for Live-Constructive training events.

  • Integrate virtual simulators into daily live training opportunities to maximize realism and effectiveness.

  • Oversee LVC mission testing, including Modeling & Simulation (M&S), Network Integration (Net Int), and Operational Tests (Ops Tests).

  • Serve as Event Lead during mission pre-briefs, execution, debriefs, and post-mission documentation.

  • Support DTOC mission planning cell by:

    • Creating scenarios using Environment Generator software

    • Coordinating with Network Operations Center (NOC), Live Mission Operations Node (LMON), and Live Mission Operations Center–Planning (LMOC-P) personnel for Event Control Center (ECC) setup

    • Troubleshooting software and hardware issues

    • Creating and distributing Mission Planning Cell (MPC) packages in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS)

  • Deliver LVC academic briefings in coordination with the Training Manager.

  • Represent DTOC as an LVC SME in meetings and planning sessions.

  • Advise CTS/DTOC leadership on LVC events, tests, and emerging technologies.

  • Incorporate Air Force Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (AFTTP 3-1) into daily LVC-centric training events.

What you must have

Education & Experience (chose one)

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 10 years of relevant experience; or

  • Master’s degree in a related field and 8 years of relevant experience; or

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 14 years of relevant experience.

Tactical Experience

  • Experience with LVC software applications (LMOC-P preferred)

  • Familiarity with AFTTP 3-1 and Joint Warfare Publications

  • Experience operating within an active mission planning cell

  • Previously qualified as a mission commander, section lead, or equivalent

  • Ability to create and disseminate Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and planning products in accordance with Air Force and Department of Defense (DoD) standards

  • Prior experience conducting training in a Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) environment

  • Air-to-air fighter aircraft instructor pilot with operational air-to-air experience

  • Must have been current and qualified within the last 3 years or possess current LVC LMOC-P/War Room equivalent experience

  • Must be a U.S. citizen 

  • Current or active DoD Secret clearance (maintain through out employement)

Preferred Requirements

  • Current or previous Weapons and Tactics experience

  • Led multi-unit or joint-force exercises in a DMO environment.

  • Optimized LMOC-P, War Room, or similar systems for mission realism.

  • Contributed to updates or application of AFTTP 3-1 and Joint Warfare doctrine.

  • Instructed across multiple fighter platforms or mission sets.

  • Directed mission planning and post-mission analysis in high-tempo ops.

  • Mentored junior instructors and led evaluation teams in simulation training.

  • Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry boxes of records or equipment (up to 40 lbs)

  • Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and climb into simulators or aircraft cockpits

  • Must be able to detect environmental cues (e.g., sounds, odors) for troubleshooting

  • Ability to distinguish colors for system diagnostics

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.

 

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.

 

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.