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Summary
Join HII as we provide the maintenance, modernization, and lifecycle readiness of naval platforms to maintain reliable and mission-readiness by delivering coordinated engineering, logistics, modernization, sustainment, and industrial support to the U.S. Navy and allied partners. The Fleet Sustainment team is seeking an Assistant Program Manager preferably in the Hampton Roads or DMV area, but there is flexibility in location based on experience. This position supports the Program Manager with planning, coordination, and execution of all contractual requirements of Technical Support of naval and partner allied vessels, systems, and ship sustainment infrastructure. The Assistant PM will oversee portions of daily program operations, compliance with the Statement of Work (SOW) and cost, meeting schedule, technical, and security requirements. This role supports the management of multi‑discipline engineering, logistics, and shipyard support efforts across CONUS and OCONUS locations. Key responsibilities include contributions to establishing program milestones, monitoring adherence to master plans and schedules, and identifying and helping resolve program challenges through coordinated resource allocation, process improvements, or recommended contractual adjustments. This position ensures effective continuity of operations and provides essential support to the Program Manager in achieving successful program outcomes.
This role is contingent upon contract award.*
Essential Job Responsibilities
Provide direct support to the Program manager; lead program review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Coordinate program requirements across planning stages with several subcontractors, and direct the work of employees assigned to the program.
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, and proactively resolve program issues.
Interface with government customers to ensure program requirements are being met.
Develop new business or expand services with the customer.
Develop mechanisms for monitoring progress and for intervention/problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.
Coordinate with CONUS and OCONUS shipyards, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and other subcontractors to support execution of ship alteration, repair, and overhaul work packages.
Support configuration management activities documenting the current status of ships, systems, and equipment.
Support travel requirments both CONUS and OCONUS.
Minimum Qualifications
Fifteen (15) years of increasing engineering management responsibility, including at least five (5) years in USG ship or submarine construction or repair/overhaul.
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or business-related field.
Ability to coordinate domestic and international requirements, several subcontractors, and employees, including lower-level management assigned to the program; full working knowledge of program procedures and practices.
Demonstrated experience managing DoD or Navy programs to include some level of planning, execution, cost/schedule tracking, and risk management.
Experience with naval vessel maintenance, repair, overhaul, activation/reactivation, and shipyard work.
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance; must be a U.S. citizen eligible for such clearance.
Possess a current passport.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including extended stays in support of overseas customer engagements.
Must be able to obtain base access and CAC card.
Preferred Requirements
Foreign Military Sales (FMS) experience is highly desirable.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience supporting multi-site or complex naval programs, including shipbuilding/overhaul environments.
Experience supporting international customer engagements involving foreign government information and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling requirements.
A current or active DoD security clearance.
Physical Requirements
May be required to visit job site in an industrial or shipboard environment. Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level.
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.
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