Date: Jul 10, 2026

Location: Nellis AFB, NV, Nevada, United States

#job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; }

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 29350

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $111,431.00 - $160,000.00

Security Clearance: Top Secret

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.

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.

Job Description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is currently seeking a Certified Flight Controller to support mission planning and provide simulated and live aircraft command and control (C2) mission execution in support of the USAF Weapons School syllabus at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Work alongside Active Duty counterparts in direct support to the 8th Weapons Squadron
Direct and control military aircraft operations using advanced command and control systems.
Develop, coordinate, and execute tactical plans for air operations in support of joint and coalition missions.
Maintain real-time situational awareness of the operational environment by monitoring radar, sensors, data links, and communications systems.
Manage the air battlespace by coordinating aircraft routing, deconfliction, identification, and engagement priorities.
Coordinate with pilots, intelligence personnel, ground commanders, and allied partners to synchronize operations and achieve mission objectives.
Monitor and evaluate threats, recommend courses of action, and execute tactical responses to changing battlefield conditions.
Ensure compliance with rules of engagement, airspace control measures, and applicable operational directives.
Conduct mission planning, briefing, execution, debriefing, and after-action reviews to improve operational effectiveness.
Supervise and mentor USAFWS cadre and students.
Develop and update operational tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) based on lessons learned and evolving mission requirements.
Coordinate emergency procedures and respond to in-flight contingencies, aircraft emergencies, and dynamic operational situations.
Maintain mission documentation, shot validation, operational logs, and classified information in accordance with security regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
Certified Flight controller with expert knowledge on Weapons School syllabus, mission briefings, and debriefings while identifying and reporting student trends to Phase Managers.
Former USAF Air Battle Manager or other DoD trained tactical air controller.
Must have or pass a USAF Form 8 checkride.
Valid Driver’s License required.
Ability to travel up to 2 weeks per year in direct support to USAFWS syllabus execution.
Active Top Secret Security Clearance; must be able to be read into the Weapons School Playlist
Preferred Requirements
Former USAF Weapons School graduate.
Preferred is a former USAF Weapons School instructor.
Other DoD service graduates of advanced tactics courses will also be prioritized.
Still current and qualified to control aircraft
USAF Weapons School Integration Phase experience
Experience with Nellis LFE operations, airspace, and control systems.
Experience with the USAF Weapons School syllabi and in-depth knowledge of how to achieve the syllabi Desired Learning Objectives to ensure syllabus completion for multiple platforms.

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.