Technical Lead, Engineering

Date: Jul 24, 2026

Location: McLean, VA, Remote, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 29525 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $148,275.00 - $218,000.00 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

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 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 Technical Lead – Engineering provides advanced systems engineering support for mission-critical defense technologies. This role focuses on translating operational mission needs into technical requirements, guiding system design, and supporting development, integration, and testing across electronic warfare, counter UAS, intelligence, cyber, and other advanced mission systems. The Technical Lead leverages deep operational experience and technical fluency to ensure emerging capabilities are both technically sound and operationally relevant. 

What You Will Do

  • Translate operational needs from DoD and interagency partners into clear technical requirements and engineering specifications.
  • Support concept development, prototyping, integration, test, and fielding of advanced EW, CUAS, cyber, intelligence, and sensing systems.
  • Conduct capability analyses, technology trades, and competitive assessments that inform engineering design decisions.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams and government stakeholders to align system design with mission objectives.
  • Perform systems integration, verification, and validation activities throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Develop system architectures, interface definitions, concepts of operation (CONOPS), and test plans.
  • Support R&D portfolio activities with technical expertise to ensure mission relevance and engineering rigor.
  • Engage with stakeholders across agencies to clarify requirements, accelerate development, and support transition of prototype systems into operational use.
  • Provide subject matter expertise in EW, intelligence systems, offensive UAS, cyber capabilities, technical surveillance, and related mission areas.
  • Apply operational military experience to assess system feasibility, field utility, and performance in realistic mission environments. 

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.
  • 10+ years of experience in systems engineering, mission systems development, R&D, or defense prototyping.
  • Strong background in requirements development, systems integration, and technology assessment.
  • Hands-on experience transitioning capabilities from prototype to operational fielding.
  • Experience supporting DoD, interagency organizations, or allied international partners.
  • Familiarity with EW, CUAS, cyber, intelligence, and advanced sensing technologies.
  • Ability to translate mission needs into technically actionable engineering artifacts.
  • Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
  • Certifications such as PMP or Lean Six Sigma. 
  • Clearance: Possess and maintains a Top-Secret Clearance. 

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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.