CMS CDO Technical Strategist (Engineer Systems Architect 4) - 26306

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Date: Dec 15, 2025

Location: Flugplatz, RP, DEU, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 26306 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $136,128.00 - $155,000.00 

Security Clearance: TS/SCI  

Level of Experience: Senior HI

 

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

 

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

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Mission Technologies is seeing a CDO Technical Strategist in Ramstein, Germany to support our customer, the USAFE Chief Data Officer (CDO) who develops technical strategies for the Chief of Staff (CoS), DCOM, COM and senior United States Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa (USAFE-AFAFRICA) leadership. The SME will support in the development, execution, and maintenance of a command-wide technology strategy. The CDO serves as the CoS's technical authority and senior professional communications advisor and consultant and supports the 4-star USAFE-AFAFRICA Commander in the duties as lead integrator for the command. The position requires expertise in IT, cybersecurity, ISR operations, logistics, and coalition integration to meet mission-critical needs.

What You Will Do

  • Designs and develops system architectures, and defines key capabilities and performance requirements. Defines total systems design and technology maturity constraints in accordance with mission requirements. Develops system element architecture and design and interface definitions. Defines system implementation approach and operational concept. Develops models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development.
  • Serves as senior data and IT/Cyber technical advisor and consultant to the USAFE CDO, command leadership, and HQ staff.
  • Serves as a senior data and IT/Cyber technical advisor to the CDO, command leadership, and HQ staff, responsible for technical guidance and overarching technical oversight, data governance, and architectural alignment, including technical leadership and mentoring. Develops, maintains, oversees execution, and tracks the progress of mission-driven command-level enterprise technology strategies while adhering to DoD security policies.
  • Analyze National, DoD, joint, NATO, and partner nation operations, to identify and report on opportunities to leverage technology enhancements or identify emerging threats to existing capabilities, to in form capability gap analyses. Additionally, ensure proper U-A alignment with respective laws, policies, and regulations, while identifying any technological or operational needs.
  • Identify and prioritize critical business functions in collaboration with organizational stakeholders. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems and complex mission needs and design architecture to align with existing technologies, networks, and existing capabilities.
  • Implements tech/data vision and mission; drive significant savings and return on investment through the transformation of USAFE-AFAFRICA (U-A) IT and data governance management activities.
  • Define and document how the implementation of a new system or new interfaces between systems impacts the security posture of the current environment. Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for IT, cybersecurity, and ISR systems. Prepare and deliver detailed technical reports and dashboards for senior leadership on system performance and progress.
  • Supports U-A CoS, HQ Staff, COO, CDO, and CIO at meetings, conferences and senior-level forums as an expert consultant and advisor on technology and data management issues/matters. Architect solutions to address complex mission needs, ensuring alignment with IT, FSR, and operational networks while adhering to DoD security policies. Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for researching, coordinating, developing, and assisting with implementation of architecture concepts and standards to enhance U -A operations, including, but not limited to Command and Control (C2), IAMD, ISR, Anti-Access/Aerial Denial (A2AD), Theater Air Control System (TACS), AOC Operations, Data Sharing, and routine operations.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
  • Operational IT and Technology experience a must; must understand how technology supports OPs, Intel, and/or other functional domains.
  • Experienced in strategy to task development/execution, enterprise architecture, and project management experience; a mixture of managing IT, new/advanced tech with other projects. Able to understand the big picture and apply it at the tactical level.
  • Cybersecurity Baseline Certificate to perform cybersecurity functions IAW DoDD 8140.01 Cyberspace Workforce Management, Information Assurance Workforce Improvement Program, and AFMAN 17-1303.
  • Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI.

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

  • Advanced Degree (MA/MS) and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoD. OR, BA/BS degree, and 15 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoD. OR, 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Job Description, 8 years of which must be in the DoD.
  • Enterprise Architect Certificate, FEAC Certification, and/or PMP certification are highly desired .
  • DoD CIO Certification (or similar) is highly desired .
  • Experience with data and architecture design, development, and building, ISR systems and AI/ML analytics. developing and integrating security technologies into an enterprise architecture and supporting organizational strategies.
  • Experienced in strategy to task development/execution, enterprise architecture, and project management experience; a mixture of managing IT, new/advanced tech with other projects.
  • Ability to architect solutions to accommodate complex mission needs and design architecture to align technologies with network, security, and policy in a variety of environmental conditions.
  • Information Assurance Technical Level II Certification.

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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.