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NPS Field Laboratory Operations Lead - 28526

HII

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 May 2026

💰 $130,000/yr($87,906/yr – $130,000/yr)

About the role

Requisition Number: 28526

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $87,906.00 - $130,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

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 at HII – Mission Technologies
HII’s Leadership Capability Framework outlines the core capabilities expected of all leaders across Mission Technologies. Leaders are accountable for demonstrating strength in:

Know & Grow Your People – Develop talent, empower teams, and build an inclusive environment.
Build Relationships – Strengthen trust, collaboration, and cross-functional partnerships.
Take Ownership – Drive accountability, execution excellence, and results.
Customer First – Anticipate mission needs and deliver value to our partners.
Shape the Future – Inspire innovation and align work with strategic priorities.
Act with Urgency – Make informed decisions and move with purpose.

These capabilities define how leaders inspire teams, deliver results, and shape the future of Mission Technologies.

Job Description

The Naval Postgraduate School Field Laboratory (NPSFL) Operations Lead is responsible for the overall management, operation, and sustainment of the NPS field laboratory facilities. This role enables safe, compliant, and effective use of controlled ground, air, and electromagnetic spectrum environments in support of research, testing, training, and education activities for students, faculty, and partner organizations.

The Field Laboratory Operations Lead serves as the primary authority for operations at McMillan Airfield and associated field sites, supporting Joint Interagency Field Experimentation (JIFX), unmanned systems (UxS) research, networking experiments, and other spectrum‑dependent projects.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Manage day‑to‑day operations of NPS Field Laboratory facilities, grounds, and airfield to ensure safe, mission‑ready conditions.
Coordinate maintenance, repairs, construction support, and contracted services.
Support faculty, students, and partners conducting research, testing, and field experimentation by scheduling and coordinating facility, airspace, and range use.
Lead, train, and supervise full‑time, part‑time, and subcontract personnel.
Oversee readiness and maintenance of vehicles, generators, communications gear, and field equipment.
Manage logistics including shipping, receiving, storage, procurement, and property accountability.
Maintain required administrative documents, safety procedures, and compliance with DoD, Navy, NPS, and Camp Roberts policies.
Coordinate operations and safety activities with Camp Roberts staff, external agencies, and partner organizations.
Ensure security of facilities, equipment, and research environments and support emergency response procedures as required.
Other duties as assigned.