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Req ID: 49197Â
Team: E20 CVN 21 ENGRGÂ
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position:Â YesÂ
Full-Time
Shift: 1stÂ
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be availableÂ
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for teleworkÂ
Travel Requirements:Â Â Yes, 10%-25% of the timeÂ
Clearance Required:Â No - Clearance Not Required to StartÂ
​Salary Range: $144,000.00 to $181,000.00
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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
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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. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.
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The Role
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree and 14 years of relevant exempt experienceÂ
Master’s Degree and 12 years of relevant professional experience;Â
Ph.D. and 9 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Nice to Have
• This position is the single engineering representative for Aircraft Carrier Engineering for all aspects or engineering, design, customer support and deck plate liason for the designated program in which assigned.Â
• The position requires leadership interface with government customers, such as NAVSEA SDM and staff, SUPSHIP, Ships Force and other government organizations as required.Â
• The applicant will be required to interface with Programs and Contracts during negotiations.  During the planning and pre-planning portions of contracts, the applicant is expected to initiate and conduct ship checks and lead the product development process as required.Â
• This position will be challenged with leading and representing engineering in waterfront construction support by attending daily test and construction meetings during the execution and smart start portions of the contract.Â
• The successful candidate will act independently to perform technical planning and system leadership in multiple engineering disciplines on Nimitz and Ford Class Carriers.Â
• Responsibilities will be leadership and coordination at all levels of product development including: requirements development, risk management, IPT interface, vendor interface, qualification, fabrication, installation, test, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance.Â
• Candidate will ensure customer functional and technical requirements are reflected in design solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• The applicant serves as organization spokesperson on the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between management and customers, which include but are not limited to planning, construction, test government, navy and vendors.
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.
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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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Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.Â
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
Do You Need Assistance?Â
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.
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