STINGRAI NAVSOUTH Operational Level of War Planner - 30669

Requisition Number: 30669

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $90,035.00 - $128,622.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Mid HI

This opportunity 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 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.

Who We Are

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced Operational Level of War (OLW) Planner to support Fleet, Joint, and Combined operational planning efforts within a Maritime Operations Center (MOC) or equivalent headquarters. Candidates must be capable of applying operational art, design methodology, and the Navy Planning Process (NPP) to develop high-quality planning products for senior Navy and Joint Force leaders.

This position supports high-visibility planning efforts that directly enable fleet operations, global maritime security, and integrated deterrence.

The selected candidate will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and advancing future maritime operations with a focus on unmanned platforms and autonomy-enabled capabilities. The position plays a major role in developing concepts of employment, supporting fleet experimentation, and driving innovative approaches that improve maritime operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will blend operational planning expertise with a strong understanding of emerging unmanned technologies and a passion for exploring new concepts and capabilities.

What You Will Do

- Support operational planning efforts by applying operational art and the Navy Planning Process to develop CONOPS, OPLANs, OPORDs, and supporting products

- Conduct in-depth analysis of the operational environment to inform planning assumptions, risk assessments, and recommended courses of action

- Integrate functional areas including intelligence, fires, information warfare, logistics, cyber, and maritime domain awareness into comprehensive operational plans

- Facilitate or participate in planning teams, working groups, boards, and cells within a MOC or joint headquarters

- Produce decision-quality briefing materials, planning artifacts, and senior-leader communication products

- Support contingency, crisis-action, and deliberate planning for Fleet Commanders and Joint Task Force headquarters

- Contribute to exercises, wargames, and rehearsal of concept (ROC) events to validate plans and enhance staff integration

- Assist in developing Measures of Performance (MOPs), Measures of Effectiveness (MOEs), and assessment frameworks to evaluate operational progress

- Collaborate with DoD, interagency, coalition, and partner-nation organizations to ensure cross-domain and multinational alignment

What We Are Looking For

- 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience

- Must possess and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance

- Experience supporting or operating within a Maritime Operations Center, numbered Fleet staff, Combatant Command, or Joint Task Force HQ

- Strong understanding of operational art, design methodology, and the Joint/Navy planning processes

- Proven ability to synthesize complex inputs into coherent operational planning products

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leaders

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

- Familiarity with Navy and Joint planning processes

- Ability to synthesize multi-source intelligence into actionable operational insights

- Strong interpersonal, briefing, and collaboration skills

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

- Maritime Operation Planners Course (MOPC) or Maritime Advanced Warfighting School (MAWS) Graduate

- Joint Professional Military Education (JPME I or II)

- Prior operational staff or planning experience at O-3/O-4/O-5 equivalent level or as a senior civilian/CTR planner

- Experience with theater or global campaign planning

- Familiarity with cross-domain integration (cyber, space, information warfare, targeting, logistics)

- Experience supporting fleet-level exercises, wargames, or experimentation

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Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

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 [email protected] 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.