Systems Engineer (Engineer Systems 2) - 29936
HII Mission Technologies· enterprise· Defense· Oct 5, 2026 · 22d ago
Port Hueneme, CA, California, United States
In office
Full-time
Principal
$143K–$219K est.
2+ years exp
Job description
Requisition Number: 29936
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $79,479.00 - $100,000.00
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 a technically strong Systems Engineer to support onsite operations at Point Mugu. This full time, embedded position integrates directly with the customer’s IT and cyber team to support local mission systems, coordinate with range and enterprise IT/IA personnel, and ensure HII technical efforts remain aligned with local customer activities.
The ideal candidate is a hands on IT professional with working level experience in system administration, system imaging, hardening, cybersecurity compliance, network integration, and daily technical support within DoD environments.
What You Will do
• Perform system imaging, configuration, and baseline creation for new IT systems, including applying required security settings.
• Conduct system hardening in accordance with DoD STIGs and other cybersecurity requirements.
• Support integration of systems onto local networks, including account provisioning, GPO application, and connectivity validation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to workstation and server configuration, operating systems, and network access.
• Coordinate closely with customer IT/IA staff to ensure consistent implementation of cybersecurity and IT processes.
• Serve as a connector between local government teams and HII technical personnel to ensure synchronization with WD/Mugu operations.
• Support patch management, including applying updates, monitoring compliance, and assisting with vulnerability remediation.
• Assist with documenting configurations, maintaining system inventory, and adhering to local IT processes and workflows.
• Utilize vulnerability scanning tools and apply findings as part of system hardening efforts.
• Provide on site technical support as part of the customer’s IT team, fully embedded in their daily workflow.
What You Must Have
• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.
• Working knowledge of:
o Windows operating systems, workstation and server management
o Security hardening standards (e.g., STIGs)
o System patching and vulnerability remediation
o Basic networking concepts and troubleshooting
• Ability to work independently and as part of an embedded team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Requirements
• Experience with DoD IT systems or range environments.
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., ACAS, Tenable, Qualys).
• Experience with Windows Server administration, GPO management, or RedHat environments.
• Knowledge of secure protocols and identity/access management fundamentals.
Physical Requirements
Office, industrial, or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving materials may be required.
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: vimeo.com
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.
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