Terrain Database Engineer - 27680
Date: Mar 14, 2026
Location: Nellis AFB, NV, Nevada, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 27680
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $101,799.00 - $145,000.00
Security Clearance: Top 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.
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
HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Terrain Database Engineer to support the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) Team at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center – Nellis (JITTC‑N), located at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas, NV. In this role, you will help maintain, enhance, and expand the data environments that power JSE simulators. This position is ideal for a Software Engineer‑type professional with strong database and scripting skills who can support a wide range of technical tasks across the program. This is an on‑site role at Nellis AFB (non‑remote role).
Impact
Your work directly contributes to the performance and realism of next‑generation simulation and test environments. By ensuring databases, terrain data, and storage systems are optimized and reliable, you help maintain critical capabilities for Air Force training and test missions.
What you will do
- Maintain continuous operation of multiple data storage solutions supporting the JSE (SQL databases, terrain databases, and related systems)
- Modify and expand existing databases to support simulation boundary growth
- Monitor databases to ensure consistent and optimized performance
- Support development teams in designing new database structures and programs
- Write scripts, queries, and support tools to increase storage capacity and system efficiency
- Generate and review system and database reports
- Perform debugging and resolve database program/script conflicts
- Follow best practices for secure data storage, backup, and archiving
- Document configuration, performance, and database design processes
- Stay current on database engineering tools, trends, and best practices
What you must have
Education & Years of Experience (one of the following):
- 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- 3 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree in a related field
- A PhD or Juris Doctorate in a related field
- 9 years of relevant experience with a high school diploma or equivalent
Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Experience with database design, modification, maintenance, and performance tuning
- Ability to write scripts, queries, and support utilities (e.g., SQL, Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar)
- Familiarity with secure storage, backup, and data‑handling best practices
- Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills across database and storage systems
- Ability to document workflows, processes, and technical configurations
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation abilities
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet customer requirements
Credentials
- Must have held an active Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI with relevant SAP/SAR access.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with terrain databases or simulation‑related data environments
- Experience supporting modeling, simulation, test, or training systems
- Familiarity with JSE, DoD simulation environments, or government test ranges
- Knowledge of secure enclave environments and data‑handling procedures
Physical Requirements
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.