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Assistant Chief Test Engineer; Engineer Systems Test

Job in Newport News, Virginia, 23600, USA
Listing for: Mission Technologies, a division of HII
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-28
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 85686 - 92206 USD Yearly USD 85686.00 92206.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Assistant Chief Test Engineer (Engineer Systems Test 3) - 25839

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Requisition Number: 25839

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $85,686.00 - $92,206.40

Security Clearance:
Secret

Level of

Experience:

Mid

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

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 C5

ISR, 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,  for a short video:

Who We Are

HII Mission Technologies Newport News Direct Support is seeking a dedicated candidate to join our CVN Electronics Test Engineering team at Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia.

This is a critical role that requires you to quickly qualify as an Assistant Chief Test Engineer (ACTE) or Chief Test Engineer (CTE) within your first six months to provide essential support for Combat Systems and CVN Electronics Test Engineering. This is a fast-paced opportunity for a qualified professional.

What You Will Do

  • Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints.
  • Develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for completing systems.
  • Coordinates integrated testing activities.
  • Reviews and evaluates test requirements to insure completeness of test program.
  • Performs technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations.
  • Responsible for the correct/accurate and timely scoping of AWP items during the planning evolution.
  • Active participant in Test Planning meetings.
  • Responsible for clearing government work and certifying final delivery requirements. The role demands deep operational knowledge of U.S. Naval Surface C5I systems and Precision Aircraft Landing Systems.
What You Must Have

  • 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
  • Candidate must possess or be able to successfully attain Electronics Test Lead Test Engineer (LTE) Qualification (CVN 78 or CVN 68 Class) within the first six months of onboarding.
  • Candidate should be able to effectively communicate with both internal and external customers including Waterfront Construction Management, Design Engineering, Test Engineering, SUPSHIP, NAVSEA, SPAWAR, NAVAIR, ISEA and Ship's Force.
  • Candidate should…
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