PT Senior Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Subject Matter Expert (SME) - 30700

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Date: Oct 15, 2026

Location: McLean, VA, Remote, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 30700 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $148,275.00 - $175,000.00 

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.

 

Leadership at HII – Mission Technologies
HII’s Leadership Capability Framework defines the standard of excellence expected of all leaders across Mission Technologies. Leaders are accountable for modeling these capabilities and building them within their teams:

  • Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment.
  • Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships.
  • Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results.
  • Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners.
  • Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities.
  • Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose.


These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission Technologies.

Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly experienced part-time Senior Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support government customers, operational planning efforts, business development initiatives, and proposal activities. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor providing strategic, operational, and technical expertise related to ISR operations, aviation mission planning, airborne sensor employment, and multi-agency mission integration.

 

This position is ideal for a senior aviation and ISR professional with extensive experience leading complex ISR operations, supporting Combatant Commands, integrating multi-platform collection capabilities, and advising senior government and industry stakeholders across Department of War (DoW), NASA or Service Lab, and international mission environments.

What You Will Do

  • Serve as a senior ISR advisor supporting government customers and internal stakeholders on ISR planning, mission execution, operational integration, and capability development.
  • Lead the assessment, prioritization, and integration of ISR collection requirements to ensure alignment between mission objectives and available platform capabilities.
  • Provide operational expertise supporting CONUS and OCONUS ISR missions across Combatant Commands, including SOUTHCOM, AFRICOM, CENTCOM, and other mission areas.
  • Advise on the employment of airborne ISR platforms, sensors, radar systems, telemetry capabilities, and mission systems in support of intelligence collection and operational objectives.
  • Support the development of Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), operational plans, annexes, appendices, and mission planning products for both steady-state and contingency operations.
  • Provide subject matter expertise for proposal development, capture activities, technical solution development, and customer engagement efforts.
  • Collaborate with military services, Combatant Commands, interagency organizations, and industry partners to synchronize ISR planning and mission execution.
  • Develop and recommend operational security (OPSEC), signature management, and risk mitigation strategies to protect mission effectiveness and sensitive activities.
  • Participate in working groups, planning conferences, and governance forums focused on ISR modernization, aviation operations, range operations, and mission integration.
  • Provide assessments and recommendations related to ISR capabilities, platform utilization, emerging technologies, and operational effectiveness.
  • Represent HII at customer engagements, conferences, workshops, and industry events as a recognized ISR and aviation expert.
  • Travel as required to support customer missions, operational assessments, planning activities, and business development objectives.
  • Perform other duties as assigned in support of organizational and mission requirements.

What We Are Looking For

  • 8 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 6 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant progressive experience.
  • 20+ years of progressive experience supporting aviation operations, ISR missions, flight operations, intelligence activities, or related defense programs.
  • Demonstrated expertise planning, managing, and executing ISR operations in complex operational environments.
  • Experience supporting DoW, Combatant Commands, Special Operations Forces, intelligence organizations, or interagency mission partners.
  • Extensive knowledge of ISR collection methodologies, airborne sensor systems, mission planning processes, and intelligence operations.
  • Experience integrating ISR requirements across tactical, operational, and strategic levels.
  • Proven ability to advise and brief senior military leaders, government officials, and industry executives.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams supporting operational missions, intelligence collection, or aviation programs.
  • Valid U.S. Passport and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Clerance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 15+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree and 13+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • Experience supporting NASA or Service Lab, Joint, Combatant Command, or interagency operations.
  • Business development, capture management, and proposal support experience within the federal contracting environment.
  • Hands-on experience operating, deploying, integrating, or sustaining airborne ISR platforms and mission systems in direct support of a USG Agency or DoW Agency.
  • Experience supporting RDT&E programs, flight test activities, or test range operations.
  • Familiarity with intelligence community tools and sensors, ISR enterprise architectures, and mission planning systems.
  • Knowledge of emerging ISR technologies, sensor fusion, multi-domain operations, and advanced intelligence collection concepts.
  • Prior military aviation, ISR, intelligence, or special operations experience strongly desired.

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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.