Req ID: 39386 
Team: E46 SHIP SURVABLTY 
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes 

Full-Time
Shift: 1st 
Relocation: No relocation assistance available 
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available 

Travel Requirement:  Yes, 10%-25% of the time 

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start 

 

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. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, 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.

 

The Role

We are looking for an energetic team leader who will have the opportunity to influence Susceptibility and Hydrodynamic design for the next generation fast attack submarine as well as other programs. The successful candidate will lead a team of specialty engineers who perform both R&D and engineering analysis and design for non-acoustics signatures (Radar Cross Section, Infrared, Underwater Electromagnetics), Hydroacoustics, Hydrodynamics, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).  Responsibilities include:
•    Leadership: Assign and manage projects to ensure efficient execution
•    Innovation: Inspire the team in developing innovative new solutions and processes
•    Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to foster the professional growth of the team
•    Budget & Labor Management: Track spending and adjust team workload as required to meet budget and schedule commitments
•    Communication: Communicates regularly with team, peers, management & leaders across departments, divisions, & NAVSEA via email, phone, and in person meetings.
 

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; Master's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience.

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

Nice to Have

•    Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
•    Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to support the development and presentation of technical reports and briefs to NAVSEA and other customers
•    Research & Development process experience
•    Strong understanding of modeling, simulation, and validation processes
•    Strong understanding of ship specifications and design requirements
•    Proven record for providing relevant feedback to customers 
•    Project management experience
•    Susceptibility and ship signature management
•    Hydrodynamics and CFD experience
•    Coaching and mentoring experience

Aerospace engineers will be considered.
 

 

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.

 

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.

 

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. 

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. 

 

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? 
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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