Engineer Mechanical

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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 AUKUS SSNA Program is seeking a strong engineer to support the development of the next generation of fast attack submarines. This position will be responsible for working collaboratively with other key stakeholders throughout the SSNA program and will interface with UK’s BAE Systems integrated delivery teams (IDTs) to help design portions of the UK and Australian SSNA nuclear-powered submarine.

The engineer will need to:

• 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.
• Be able to effectively communicate with both internal leadership and external customer(s).
• Be prepared to work in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.
• Have the ability to 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.

• Specific knowledge of submarine propulsion plant design, with additional knowledge of CVN 68 Class and CVN 78 Class designs being a plus.
• Direct technical expertise in propulsion plant fluid system design or component design including heat exchangers, valves, pumps, generators, and steam turbines.
• Proficient in technical writing. You will be responsible for the deliverables associated with your system/component, and support the review of peer's deliverables.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for providing frequent briefs to leadership at NNS and external parties.
• Operational experience on commissioned or under‑construction Navy vessels is a plus.
• Experience with and the ability to develop relationships with Electric Boat and the supply base is critical for successful collaboration and project execution.

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…