ENGINEER 4

ENGINEER 4

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date:
Jul 27, 2026

Req

Team: O40 FACILITIES

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:
No

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.

This benchmark is intended to be used by companies that have generic classifications engaged in research and/or product development encompassing primarily one or more of the following engineering disciplines: electronics, electrical, mechanical, and/or chemical.

The position is in the O49 Facility Program Management Office. Selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
Leading shipbuilding teams and Facilities Value Streams in defining project goals and requirements. Creating documents that articulate these goals and requirements and serve as the basis of design for the projects. Guiding the project team in defining the project delivery process best suited for a particular project and ensure compliance with best industry practices in the consultant and constructor selection process.

Administering conceptual design and estimation efforts through the use of specialized consultants. Monitoring and reviewing design documents for compliance with project goals and requirements.

The candidate should possess project management, systems engineering, organizational and interpersonal skills and be familiar with requirements management, configuration management, and risk management principles. Effective communication and customer relation skills is required with extensive experience in creating documents that clearly and creatively convey concepts, expectations, schedules, and serve as the foundation for coordinating teams in project execution.

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 in the project development process - from initial concept through conceptual design, design development, and working drawing development.
• Familiarity with submarine and/or aircraft carrier construction, overhaul, fleet support and/or manufacturing.
• Professional Engineering License - VA

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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