Engineer Mechanical - Advanced Submarine Design

ENGINEER MECHANICAL 3 - ADVANCED SUBMARINE DESIGN

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• Req
• Team: E35 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING – ADVANCED CAPABILITIES
• Entity:
  Newport News Shipbuilding
• US Citizenship
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-Time
• Shift: 1st
• Relocation Assistance:
  Available
• Telework:
  Not eligible
• Travel: up to 10% of the time
• Clearance Required:
  
  No – Not required to start

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 ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers, and more.

Anchored in our 135-year history, we collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration to build 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 AUKUS SSNA Program seeks a strong engineer to support the development of the next generation of fast attack submarines. This position will collaborate with key stakeholders throughout the SSNA program and interface with UK’s BAE Systems integrated delivery teams (IDTs) to help design portions of the UK and Australian SSNA nuclear‑powered submarine.

• Engage with shipyards, customers and other stakeholders to collect feedback for design incorporation.
• Have flexibility with work assignments and may perform duties outside of traditional discipline work scope.
• Work with multi-discipline teams on incorporation of SSNA design principles.
• Solve complex spatial integration issues while meeting system and overall ship requirements.
• Effectively communicate with both internal leadership and external customer(s).
• Be prepared to work in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.
• Adapt and adjust to support objectives.

• Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience.
• Master’s Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience.
• Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
• Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

• Strong technical background and knowledge of the engineering and design process related to mechanical systems from the concept stage through ship integration.
• Team facilitator and innovator, helping to develop and inspire creative solutions to challenging design goals.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to support the development and presentation of technical reports and briefs to NNS leadership or the Navy, and coordinating with vendors and industry partners.
• Knowledge of submarine mechanical systems and how they interface with structural, electrical, and other mechanical systems.
• An understanding of an array of mechanical products, such as hydraulic and electric actuators, linkages/cam‑sliders, pumps and valves, HVAC systems, structural weldments, welded or fastened joints, and others.
• Experience in traditional and computer‑based methodologies for the design and analysis of components.
• Ability to work in and foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture within a diverse set of team members and stakeholders.
• Desire for continuous learning and development in a dynamic environment.
• Operational experience on commissioned or under construction Navy vessels is a plus.

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…