Engineer Mechanical

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US Citizenship Required for this Position:

Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st
Relocation:
Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity:
No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement:
Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required:

No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users.

Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

The SSNX program is seeking to hire an experienced engineer to work as a Major Area Team Leader to help guide future submarine arrangement designs. This position requires a high degree of communication from within NNS, with Electric Boat, and with the Navy. A background in submarine engineering & design with working knowledge of submarine systems, arrangements, and CONOPS is desired.

Experience in waterfront engineering/test organizations is a plus. Demonstrated ability to develop POAMS, and communicate technical issues that may arise is required. Additional areas of responsibility may include support in developing the design process architecture, support and development of program processes and procedures, white paper development and review, as well as additional high priority program concerns as they arise.

Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master’s Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience

Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

• Experience in program and project management, with PMP certification being a plus.
• Demonstrated organizational abilities including organizing and leading multidisciplinary teams, and presenting complex subject matter to internal and external stakeholders such as shipyard executives, EB colleagues, NNL, U.S. Navy customers, etc.
• Experience in working with Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) and General Dynamics Electric Boat (EB)
• Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) operational and maintenance experience for both submarines and aircraft carriers.

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. HII’s diverse 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.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers,…