Designer, Engineering Design & Technologists, CAD​/ AutoCAD​/ Mechanical Design

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US Citizenship Required for this Position:

Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st
Relocation:
No relocation assistance 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:$49,000.00 to $62,000.00

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

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.

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

The Role:

The Engineering, Technology, and Design (ET&D) Division is hosting an invite-only hiring event for qualified candidates. While onsite, all candidates will have an opportunity to learn about the division. If you enjoy being part of a team that connects their employees to one another and our mission, holds true to the company’s core values of Engagement, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Performance and Safety, then know there is a place for you here!

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is seeking motivated Designer 1 candidates to join our growing team. Designers play a key role in supporting the development and production of the world’s most advanced ships for the U.S. Navy. Candidates should have a desire to work with 3D models and a good understanding of the 3D model environment. Mentoring and training will be provided to help develop your design and technical skills.

Positions will support the following areas within the Engineering, Technology, and Design Division –

• Design and Construction of Virginia and Columbia-Class submarines
• Design of next generation fast attack submarine (SSNX)
• Design and collaboration work through international agreement to provide submarines to Australia with the AUKUS agreement
• Design, Construction, and Overhaul of Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers
• Design and Construction of the first new battleship since World War II (BBGN)

• Utilize 3D tools to create detailed models and apply product model information such as dimensions and annotations for manufacturing trades.
• Create, update, and maintain 3D models for ship systems, structures, and components using CAD software (such as Siemens NX, AutoCAD, or CATIA).
• Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, and technical data to produce accurate design deliverables.
• Assist with design changes, revisions, and redlines based on engineering and production feedback.
• Support the development of detailed arrangements, fabrication, and installation drawings.
• Ensure all designs comply with NNS design standards, shipyard procedures, and applicable Navy and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Maintain proper configuration control of all design documentation.
• Learn and apply shipbuilding terminology, design standards, and modeling practices.
• Work is performed primarily in a design office, with occasional field visits to shipyard or…