Senior Foreign Material SME (Operations Research Analyst 5)- 30740

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$144,501.00-$205,000.00

Security Clearance:TS/SCI

Level of Experience:SeniorHI

This prospect resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

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.

Job Description





We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Washington, DC area to provide strategic guidance, technical expertise, and senior level advisory support in the assessment and identification of foreign material across cyber, air, sea, and other operational domains. In this role, you will support Department of the Air Force (DAF) and Department of War (DOW) priorities, working closely with the U.S. Intelligence Community and other government partners to enable the acquisition, testing, and disposition of foreign material and associated test assets.

This position requires a recognized industry leader with extensive experience in classified environments, multi domain operations, and advanced test range support.

- Serve as the senior advisor on DAF test range support requirements and foreign material activities.
- Conduct independent assessments of DAF architectures and provide senior leaders with actionable decision options.
- Provide strategic, technical, and operational guidance to test range programs and associated staff.
- Deliver detailed analyses and recommendations to improve mission critical systems, processes, and testing environments.
- Establish and maintain strategic partnerships across the Intelligence Community and other government agencies.




- Oversee and mentor less senior personnel and manage team efforts as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

- 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant DoD experience.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience working in SAP and/or SCI environments within the last 5 years.
- Recognized industry expert with demonstrated analytical, organizational, and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to senior decision makers.
- Strong leadership, innovation, and problem solving capabilities.
- Experience in aerospace strategy, operational planning, and multi domain test support.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams.
- Clearance- Must posses and maintain a TS/SCI clearance with SAP eligibility

Physical Requirements

The role may require extended periods of sitting or standing, working at a computer, and occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. Some bending, reaching, and kneeling may be necessary to support mission tasks.

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 an

📌 Senior Foreign Material SME (Charters Towers Regional)
🏢 HII's Mission Technologies division
📍 Charters Towers Regional