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Operations Manager (Site Manager 1) - 29030

HII

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Jun 2026

💰 $105,000/yr($84,271/yr – $105,000/yr)

About the role

Requisition Number: 29030

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $84,271.00 - $105,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Management

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
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 – 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.

Who We Are

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an Operations Manager (Communications) to join our team in Yuma, AZ. In this role, you will work closely with the Contract Site Manager to support the operations and maintenance of communication and network systems for the NITE contract. You will oversee and lead personnel responsible for coordinating the maintenance and sustainment of communication systems that directly support live operations.

What You Will Do

Manages daily operations of the Communications department in accordance with documented contractual guidelines.
Identifies deficiencies and implements corrective actions to resolve issues.
Complies with all established policies and procedures, including quality assurance and security procedures in the performance of duties.
Consults with department Managers in the resolution of problems related to operations and maintenance.
Keeps Section Leads fully informed, and provides information and reports for senior management.
Assists with managing the facilities, coordinating upgrades, planning events/corporate functions, coordination of onboarding new employees, etc.
Communicates contract philosophy, policy, and practices to employees in communications operations and assures compliance.
Direct, oversees and/or supports implementation of internal programs and projects for SWTTR operations.
Maintains liaison with SWTTR government representatives to develop and implement enhanced capabilities for current and/or new communications systems.
Maintains flexibility in taking on duties as assigned, as this role’s responsibility is the operational health of both the Communication department and its team members.
Complies with contract requirements and takes action when necessary to correct deficiencies.
Works directly with subcontractor Program Managers to ensure Operations Department complies with approved Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU) agreement.