Requisition Number: 29071
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $122,691.00 - $180,000.00
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Senior
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.
Who we areHII Australia -
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- Once-in-a-generation opportunity to accelerate Australia's nuclear-powered submarine capability
- International Mobility opportunities - US to Australia (various locations)
Defence giants HII has formed a ground-breaking joint venture to accelerate the development of critical capability for the once-in-a-generation AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine program. HII-Australia combines world-leading nuclear submarine and shipbuilding experience from Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Our primary locations are
Canberra - ACT, Henderson - WA and Adelaide - SA, however roles are open to any Australian location.
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About you: Key ResponsibilitiesIdeally, you will have demonstrated extensive engineering / technical delivery experience within the nuclear industry. You enjoy collaborating in a harmonious team environment with a passion for coaching, mentoring and skills development and exemplify a nuclear mindset.
What you need to have:- 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field.
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent qualification.
- Extensive experience in any of the following areas of engineering within the nuclear industry:
- Submarine Plant Operations and Maintenance.
- Nuclear infrastructure delivery from concept design to active commissioning.
- Safety case definition, production, and substantiation.
- Health Physics / Radiological Protection / Supervision.
- Environmental monitoring.
- Be willing to live and work overseas in Australia for between 3 months and 3 years, depending on the role.
- Ability to obtain an appropriate Australian Visa.
- Ability to hold and maintain a US-based Defence Security Clearance.
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.
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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.
