NPS Research Development Engineer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Research Development Engineer supporting advanced research initiatives on energy systems modeling for military objectives. Conducts analysis and develops decision-support tools for operational energy and resilience.

Posted 5/29/2026part-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $105,000 - $117,954 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct advanced research and development activities related to energy systems modeling, operational energy analysis, and infrastructure resilience
Develop analytical models, simulations, and decision-support tools for energy planning and operational assessments
Support the design, development, execution, and implementation of scientific research projects aligned with DoD and Navy operational requirements
Analyze complex energy and infrastructure systems to identify trends, relationships, vulnerabilities, and optimization opportunities
Develop theories, methodologies, and frameworks for understanding and organizing natural and engineered systems into meaningful research models
Coordinate interdisciplinary research efforts among government personnel, academic faculty, engineers, and industry partners
Prepare technical reports, white papers, briefings, and research publications for senior leadership and stakeholders
Participate in intellectual property evaluations, technology transition efforts, and patent application development where applicable
Support experimentation, operational analysis, and modeling activities associated with emerging energy technologies and mission systems
Contribute to strategic planning initiatives supporting operational energy and installation resilience objectives across the DoD enterprise
Maintain awareness of evolving technologies, scientific methodologies, and federal energy initiatives relevant to mission execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Experience supporting research and development efforts involving energy systems, operational analysis, modeling and simulation, or infrastructure planning
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex technical data
Experience with modeling and simulation tools, systems analysis methodologies, and data visualization techniques
Demonstrated ability to coordinate research activities across multiple organizations and technical disciplines
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical briefing and report development
Ability to work independently while supporting collaborative research environments
Familiarity with DoD, Navy, or federal research environments preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
paid time off
tuition reimbursement
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

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Hard Skills & Tools

energy systems modelingoperational energy analysisinfrastructure resilienceanalytical modelssimulationsdecision-support toolsdata visualization techniquesmodeling and simulationsystems analysis methodologiesoptimization opportunities

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillswritten communicationverbal communicationcoordinationindependent workcollaborative researchtechnical briefingreport development

Certifications

DoD secret clearance