Engineer Systems - Advanced Submarine Design

ENGINEER SYSTEMS 4 - ADVANCED SUBMARINE DESIGN

Apply for the ENGINEER SYSTEMS 4 - ADVANCED SUBMARINE DESIGN role at Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII
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Req : 43777

Team: E35 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED CAPABILITIES

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

Position is Full-time
, Shift 1st. US Citizenship is required. Relocation assistance available. Telework is not permitted. Travel to naval bases/facilities, vendors, conferences, or other NNS facilities is required (up to 10% of the time). Clearance is not required to start.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level |
Employment type: Full-time |
Job function: Information Technology |
Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing.

Location:

Norfolk, VA – Salary: $61,900–$141,000 (3 days ago). Other locations available.

The SSN(X) Platform Mechanical team seeks a highly skilled system engineer to shape critical functions for the Navy’s next‑generation fast attack submarine.

• Support system integration across multiple systems and disciplines.
• Coordinate with the digital engineering team for model‑based engineering of mechanical systems.
• Develop processes, tools, and other products necessary for program execution.
• Re‑envision ship specifications.
• Coordinate with Navy counterparts and conduct periodic briefs.
• Oversee work of supporting team members and review technical products.
• Travel periodically to naval bases/facilities, vendors, conferences, or other NNS facilities.

• Strong technical background with comprehensive knowledge of ship systems and components across the platform.
• Strong team collaborator and coordinator to integrate multiple teams with diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to support development and presentation of technical reports and briefs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited program and 9 years relevant exempt experience.
• Master’s Degree and 7 years relevant professional experience.
• Ph.D. and 4 years of experience.

• Knowledge of submarine systems and their interfaces across structural, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience in traditional and computer‑based methods for design and analysis of components.
• Ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Openness to continuous learning and development in a dynamic environment.
• Operational experience on commissioned or under‑construction Navy vessels.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, on‑site health centers, telemedicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, 401(k) savings plan, financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more.

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber.

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, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

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Contact for reasonable accommodations:  For assistance, call (press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding).