USPACOM Group Lead

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MITRE | Pacific Regional Operations (N554) is where frontline defense meets cutting-edge innovation. Based in Hawaii and operating at the heart of U.S. Pacific Command (USPACOM), our team plays a critical role in shaping the future of joint and coalition military operations across one of the most strategically important regions in the world.

As a forward-deployed force multiplier, we work side-by-side with warfighters, senior commanders, and Service Components to accelerate operational advantage through mission-driven analysis, C4I systems integration, and rapid concept development. From real-time support to live operations and joint exercises, to influencing the next generation of Command and Control (C2) technologies, our team is embedded where the action is-and where it matters most.

N554 brings deep operational insight into the development of Concepts of Operation (CONOPS), mission threads, and capability assessments. We connect frontline realities to emerging tech, bridging operational gaps with rapid, relevant, and resilient solutions. We also strengthen ties between U.S. forces and our Pacific Allies, enabling stronger coalition interoperability and shared modernization efforts.

Job Description


As a Group Leader supporting a diverse team of MITRE employees located in Hawaii, you will be responsible for building and leading a high performing multi-disciplinary technical team comprised of personnel from multiple departments that includes technical and operational subject matter experts supporting a diverse group of sponsor work programs on island.

The GL is expected to work in partnership with the department manager, and Project Leaders at USPACOM, USARPAC, PACAF, and PACFLT to provide the best "MITRE" staff to related projects and activities that cut across our sponsor work program. The ability to establish relationships and partnerships across critical MITRE Program Divisions and MITRE Labs is key to bringing the entire corporation to the fight on our sponsor's toughest challenges.

The GL must exercise leadership and have excellent interpersonal skills to effectively supervise, develop, and manage team members. In addition, the GL will work closely with the department manager to ensure the delivery of quality technical products, recruiting, staff development and placement, as well as providing input into the growth of the work program.

• Serve as Direct Supervisor (DS) and provide overall leadership for group members to facilitate the professional and career development of group staff through positive leadership, coaching, instruction, and mentoring.
• Provide timely and regular feedback to staff on performance and goal development.
• Help build and maintain a strong work program and technically proficient staff within the department and division.
• Participate in the department technical quality process and Mission Value Chain.
• Partner with the department manager in recruiting activities.
• Provide strong thought/technical leadership and serve as one of the domain experts in the group while actively contributing to the technical work program as a spectrum engineer.
• Ensure group members are staffed on projects that align with their skills and allow them to grow technically and professionally
• Effectively communicate Corporate, Center, and Division strategy.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience; or the equivalent combination of higher education and/or real-world experience.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and advocate for all levels of staff
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to formulate group-level and department-level goals, and persist in their execution until those goals are achieved
• Desire to develop early career staff and guide them to navigate career options/paths at MITRE
• Experience leading people as a Group, Task, or Project Lead.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced agile environment, often under uncertain circumstances.
• Must have an active Top Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
• This position requires a minimum of 3 days a week on-site.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Typically 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field of study or 8 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 5 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
• Working knowledge of model-based systems engineering, operational analysis, and modeling & simulation.
• Current knowledge of emerging technology being adopted into acquisition programs and/or the USPACOM theater.
• Familiarity with MITRE project management processes, capabilities, and associated tools.
• Demonstrated capability for strategic planning and ability to provide actionable plans to government sponsors.
• Experience with and/or future interest in project and department leadership roles including project leader, task leader, and group leader
• Active TS/SCI

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):
Top Secret

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):
Top Secret/SCI

Salary compensation range and midpoint:
$155,200 - $194,000 - $232,800 Annual

Work Location Type:
Onsite

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

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