Automation Jobs in McLean, VA

Date: Jul 22, 2026

Location: McLean, VA, Remote, United States

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Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 29486

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $103,467.00 - $220,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

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.

Summary

HII-Mission Technologies is seeking a versatile Data Scientist / Power Platform Developer who will blend advanced analytics with low‑code automation to support business operations and decision‑making. This role uses data modeling, machine learning, and Microsoft Power Platform solutions to deliver insights, automate workflows, and create scalable applications for stakeholders across the organization.

This requisition supports hiring at multiple experience levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected applicant’s qualifications, experience, and skill sets.

Essential Job Responsibilities
Collect, process, and analyze structured and unstructured datasets from various sources
Develop, validate, and refine predictive models and machine‑learning algorithms
Build dashboards, visualizations, and reports that communicate insights to leadership
Conduct statistical analysis, design experiments, and evaluate model performance
Partner with business units to identify data‑driven opportunities or pain points
Deploy models into production and maintain ongoing monitoring of performance
Translate complex data concepts into clear, actionable recommendations
Design, build, and maintain Power Apps to support business processes and user needs
Create automated workflows using Power Automate to streamline operations and reduce manual effort
Develop interactive dashboards and data visualizations using Power BI
Integrate applications with data sources (Dataverse, SharePoint, SQL, APIs)
Implement governance, security roles, and best practices for Power Platform environments
Troubleshoot app issues, optimize performance, and support end users
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and prototype solutions quickly
Document system configurations, workflows, and development standards
Minimum Qualifications
Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in realted field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
Level 4: 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.
Level 5: 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
Hands-on experience with Python or R for data modeling, machine learning, and data manipulation
Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases
Proficiency building solutions within the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI)
Experience with data visualization and reporting strategies
Ability to integrate business requirements into practical analytical or automation solutions
Strong problem‑solving abilities and analytical thinking
Excellent communication skills—able to explain technical topics to non‑technical audiences
Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance or higher
Preferred Requirements
Clearance: Posses and maintains a Top Secret clearance.

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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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.