Tomahawk-Harpoon Operations Planner/SME - 30722

Date: Oct 28, 2026

Location: Yokosuka-Shi, Kanagawa-Ken, JP, Japan

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 30722 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $104,504.00 - $128,000.00 

Security Clearance: 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.

 

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

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced Tomahawk-Harpoon Operations Planner, Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support Tactical Training Group Pacific (TTGP) Distributed Training Architecture Support (DTAS), Detachment Yokosuka. DTAS supports development, configuration, operation, and management of Distributed Training Architecture (DTA), Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE), tactical training networks, C5I systems, modeling and simulation, and Fleet Synthetic Training (FST). An International Assignment Agreement (IAA) will be available for this position to support relocation, onboarding, and administrative requirements associated with working in Yokosuka, Japan.

 

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced Surface Navy professional possessing comprehensive technical management expertise, advanced proficiency in strike and combat systems operations, demonstrated capability with modeling, simulation, and tactical data link systems, and the requisite security clearances and certifications to support complex operational planning with precision and reliability.

Key Job Responsibilities

  • Develop, refine, and validate strike‑warfare training scenarios, technical plans, and schedules in support of distributed fleet training events, ensuring alignment with training objectives and required approvals.
  • Provide subject matter expertise on Tomahawk, Harpoon, Tactical Data Links, and related strike systems, including configuration, operation, maintenance oversight, and scenario execution.
  • Lead or support planning and integration for large‑scale training events, including technical architecture development, scenario validation, system readiness checks, and coordination across training sites and afloat units.
  • Execute operational support during synthetic and distributed training events by operating strike-related systems, monitoring event performance, resolving system discrepancies, and advising training audiences and event leadership.
  • Conduct technical coordination and support for temporary shipboard training connections, including surveys, system configuration, daily status reporting, and post-event equipment reconciliation.
  • Analyze system performance, scenario execution, and event outcomes to generate technical recommendations, after‑action inputs, and improvements to training system architecture and readiness.
  • Maintain strict configuration and data management discipline by controlling scenarios, scripts, baselines, technical plans, and test documentation in accordance with established processes and security requirements.
  • Coordinate with government, fleet, program, and technical stakeholders to ensure alignment of objectives, system readiness, scenario fidelity, and reporting requirements throughout the event lifecycle.
  • Provide instruction and SME input for strike, BMD/IAMD, and related warfare areas, including scenario development, timeline validation, and delivery of classroom or operational instruction as needed.
  • Support C4I logistics and property accountability by maintaining inventories, tracking equipment status, and contributing to lifecycle refresh planning.
  • Ensure compliance with all security requirements, including clearance validation, COMSEC handling, physical access protocols, and cybersecurity policies governing training environments and classified materials.
  • Prepare and submit required technical documentation, including meeting minutes, installation status reports, trip reports, and monthly progress or funding reports in accordance with program standards and timelines.

What you must have

  • 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years relevant experience.
  • Surface Navy experience including technical management as a Naval Officer or Chief Petty Officer supervising com system configuration, operation, testing, maintenance, and repair
  • Scenario development and scripting experience, or recent in-depth Combat Systems Training Team experience
  • Configuration and operation experience for one or more of the following systems:
    • Modeling and Simulation, Joint Semi Automated Forces (JSAF)
    • Tactical Data Information Link (TDL) generation systems supporting:  LOS Link 11(A), LOS Link 16, Satellite-J, Joint Range E Protocol, and Multicast-TDL-J.
    • Global Command and Control System-Maritime
  • Technical management experience supervising Tomahawk and Harpoon Strike weapon system configuration, operation, maintenance, a repair
  • Experience with Strike systems including TSIP / TSN configuration and operation experience
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must have a current or active DoD secret clearance. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience supporting Fleet Synthetic Training (FST), Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE), or Distributed Training Architecture (DTA) events.
  • Hands‑on experience developing or integrating complex modeling and simulation environments such as JSAF, JCRM, or similar tools.
  • Advanced knowledge of Tactical Data Links (Link 11, Link 16, JREAP, SAT‑J) including network design, interface troubleshooting, and multi‑domain interoperability.
  • Previous instructor or curriculum development experience in Strike Warfare, Tomahawk/TSN/TSIP operations, or BMD/IAMD training programs.
  • Experience working with Fleet Battle Labs, control centers, or shipboard training installations, including configuration management and system readiness assessments.
  • Familiarity with Navy C5I systems, GCCS‑M/J, emission simulation tools, or LVC architecture integration.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑organization planning sessions, coordinate with government and contractor stakeholders, and produce high‑quality technical documentation.
  • Experience conducting system verification, test plan execution, and scenario validation in operational or training environments.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑resolution skills with the ability to operate effectively in time‑sensitive, multi‑event training cycles.
  • CompTIA Security Plus or equivalent within 6 months.


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.