Part Time JIFX Coordinator - 30087

Requisition Number: 30087 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $32,240.00 - $35,006.40 

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Entry Level 

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

The Naval Postgraduate School Field Laboratory (NPSFL) JIFX Coordinator  is responsible for assiting in the 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 JIFX Coordinator provides support 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

• Assist in daily operations as required of the NPS Field Laboratory facilities, grounds, and airfield to ensure safe, mission‑ready conditions.
• Assist 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.
• Assist with readiness and maintenance of vehicles, generators, communications gear, and field equipment.
• Maintain required administrative documents, safety procedures, and compliance with DoD, Navy, NPS, and Camp Roberts policies.
• Participate in 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.

Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in field laboratory operations, facility management, airfield or range operations.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating across military, civilian, academic, and interagency partners.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems, office software, basic networking, and technical documentation tools.

Security & Credentials

• Ability to obtain a DoD secret security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain base/facility access.
• Ability to meet all DoD and NPS security, safety, and operational requirements.

Preferred Requirements

• Familiarity with unmanned systems (UxS) operations and applied research environments.
• Knowledge of RF spectrum management and DoD electromagnetic spectrum coordination processes.
• Experience supporting research, experimentation, or field‑based testing activities.

Physical Requirements

Job performance may require lifting and moving of supplies and equipment. 

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.