USMC Joint CONUS SME - 30366

Date: Sep 25, 2026

Location: Des Moines, IA, Iowa, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 30366 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $59,719.00 - $100,000.00 

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.

 

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

  • 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.

Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a United States Marine Corps (USMC) Joint Continental United States (CONUS) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support Air National Guard (ANG) Operational Training Support (OTS) at the Distributed Training Operations Center (DTOC) in Des Moines, Iowa. This role develops and delivers advanced training for joint operational and fires-related mission sets, serving as the primary USMC expert within a distributed simulation and mission‑training environment. #LI-MJ1

Key Job Responsibilities

  • Develop training curriculum, study outlines, and orientation materials used during simulation, mission rehearsal, and distributed training events.
  • Assess trainee progress, identify skill gaps, and recommend qualification or additional training.
  • Evaluate simulator design and training effectiveness to ensure alignment with joint operational requirements.
  • Coordinate training schedules, simulator access, and necessary engineering or technical support.
  • Serve as the USMC Joint Operations Planner and CONUS SME for ANG OTS events.
  • Provide subject‑matter expertise in Joint Fires, Command and Control (C2), aviation operations, and Marine Corps‑specific mission sets.

What you must have

  • 3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant
  • Prior United States Marine Corps (USMC) experience is required.
  • Current or former qualification with at least five years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Composite Warfare Commander (CWC) concepts, roles, and responsibilities.
    • III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF) organic forces.
    • I Marine Aircraft Wing (I MAW) organic forces.
    • USMC or United States Navy (USN) fighter aircraft operations.
    • USMC or USN rotary‑wing aircraft operations.
    • Marine Corps combat arms officer experience.
    • Marine Corps aviation experience as a fixed‑wing or rotary‑wing pilot.
    • Marine Corps Command, Control, and Communications (C3).
    • Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron (MAWTS‑1) or United States Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) graduate (desired within SOW but not required).
    • Air Officer (AirO).
    • Joint Tactical Air Controller (JTAC) qualification or prior JTAC experience.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to brief, instruct, and coordinate with senior leaders, operators, engineering teams, and government stakeholders.
  • Must have a current of active DoD interim secret clearance or higher, must maitain credintial through out employeement 
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain base access creditinals. 
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Current or former Joint Tactical Air Controller (JTAC) qualification is highly desired.
  • Demonstrated USMC Fires experience supporting joint or combined operations.
  • Experience in Distributed Mission Operations (DMO), Advanced Tactical Training and Evaluation (ADVTE), or similar virtual/constructive training environments.
  • Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) Battle Simulation Center experience.
  • Fire Support Coordination Center (FSCC) or Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO) background.
  • Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron (MAWTS‑1) Air Officer Course graduate.
  • Prior instructor experience in Command and Control (C2) or aviation fires integration.
  • Experience supporting ANG or Joint training events, particularly simulation-based training.

Physical Requirements

Work generally requires minimal physical activity; occasional lifting of small boxes, records, or training equipment may be necessary.


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.