Engineer Mechanical

Req

Team: E35 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED CAPABILITIES

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, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required:

No
- Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range:99,000.00 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.

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.

• 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.
• The position will requires individuals who are able 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.

• Strong technical background and knowledge of the engineering and design process related to mechanical systems from the concept stage through ship integration.
• Team facilitator and innovator, helping to develop and inspire creative solutions to challenging design goals.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to support the development and presentation of technical reports and briefs to NNS leadership or the Navy, and coordinating with vendors and industry partners.
• Knowledge of submarine mechanical systems and how they interface with structural, electrical, and other mechanical systems.
• An understanding of an array of mechanical products, such as hydraulic and electric actuators, linkages/cam-sliders,…