Engineer Mechanical 4

Req

Team: E32 TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Entity:
Newport News Shipbuilding

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 Requirements:
Yes, up to 10% of the time

Clearance Required:

No
- Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $ to $

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

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.

We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.

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.

Newport News Shipbuilding is hiring an Engineer 4 to serve in the role of lead engineer for the R&D Advanced Technology and Innovation Pipeline (ATIP) Program funded via the Naval Nuclear Laboratory. This position will be within the Technology Development group, with a focus on evaluating, developing, and managing high risk, high reward projects in this portfolio. Qualified candidates will possess a background in nuclear engineering and/or other shipbuilding experience.

Exceptional leadership ability, judgment, and experience is necessary to succeed in this role.

• Support R&D programs as a subject matter expert in the projects under the ATIP portfolio
• Integrate and coordinate efforts between multiple organizations within the Navy, NNL, HII, industry and other participating activities.
• Engage in frequent communication with NNL technical experts and program managers.
• Serve as program manager for the ATIP portfolio.
• Guide R&D planning activities within and external to the Technology Development group.
• Coordinate with program managers and project leads across HII improve efficiency and knowledge sharing.
• Expand the ATIP project portfolio as a means to increase shipyard efficiencies and capacity.

Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience;

Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience;

Ph.D. and 4 years of experience.

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

Experience or knowledge pertaining to Nuclear engineering is desired, but not a requirement.

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.

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