Global Mobility Specialist (HR Business Partner 4) 29049

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Date: Jun 19, 2026

Location: Fairfax, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 29049 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $111,347.00 - $125,000.00 

Security Clearance: None  

Level of Experience: Senior 

 

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

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:

The Human Capital Management (HCM) organization within HII Mission Technologies, has an opportunity for a Global Mobility Specialist. This role is central to the creation and operation of the Mission Technologies Global Mobility Center of Expertise (COE) and will provide division‑wide governance, consultation, and operational support across all global regions. The Global Mobility Specialist will report to the Director of Employee Relations, Global Mobility, and HR Technology & Intelligence. This position offers a hybrid work schedule based in either our Fairfax or Virginia Beach, VA locations.

What You Will Do:

Global Mobility Governance & COE Operations

  • Administer the Mission Technologies global mobility program, ensuring centralized governance, compliance, and consistency across all business groups.
  • Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of mobility policies, templates, and tools aligned with the COE framework.
  • Serve as the enterprise-level subject matter expert for mobility governance, risk mitigation, country requirements, and compliance standards.

Global Strategy – Regional Execution Alignment

  • Partner closely with Regional Specialists/Points of Contact (Africa/South America, Australia/AUKUS, Asia, Europe) to ensure consistent execution of global mobility strategy at the regional level.
  • Support new assignment and bid activities, including cost considerations, risk evaluation, and country-specific advisory for U.S. government contractor personnel.
  • Provide escalation support to Regional Specialists, offering guidance on local nuances, regulatory updates, and best practices.

Employee Assignment Lifecycle Management

  • Manage employee assignments end‑to‑end, including onboarding, assignment changes, repatriation, and OCONUS deployment support.
  • Centralize and streamline domestic and international relocation processes, ensuring smooth transitions for employees and their families.
  • Administer expatriate compensation structures, allowances (e.g., housing), benefits coordination, relocation reimbursements, and tax equalization activities.

Compliance & Legal Coordination

  • Ensure contract, immigration, relocation, and payroll compliance in alignment with COE standards and legal requirements.
  • Act as primary point of contact with Legal, Corporate, and HR Partners to address country requirements, visa/work authorization needs, and employment regulation changes.
  • Oversee vendor management across relocation, immigration, tax, and payroll providers, ensuring service excellence and adherence to compliance standards.

Partnership & Cross‑Functional Collaboration

  • Work collaboratively with HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, Operations, Global Payroll, Corporate Tax, Legal/Risk Management, and regional offices to ensure seamless mobility support.
  • Partner with HRIS and HR Technology & Intelligence teams to develop system capabilities, optimize data tracking, and produce accurate reporting.
  • Coordinate with external relocation providers to deliver high-quality, employee-focused relocation experiences.
  • Continuous Improvement & Experience Enhancement
  • Collect feedback from employees and stakeholders to identify opportunities to enhance the mobility experience and improve process efficiency.
  • Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects that strengthen global mobility operations and COE alignment.

What We're Looking For:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience in HR operations, OR Master’s degree and 4+ years of experience in HR operations.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in global mobility program support.
  • Global mobility certification preferred.
  • Strong project management capability with experience supporting complex, multi-stakeholder processes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor information to diverse global stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to simplify processes while maintaining strict compliance and operational integrity.
  • Inclusive, adaptive approach that respects global cultural norms and supports partnership with regionally aligned specialists.
  • Collaborative, innovative, and forward‑thinking, with a focus on continuous improvement and scalable solutions.


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.