ENGINEER ELECTROMECHANICAL 3

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Education & training programs

On-site health centers

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Newport News Shipbuilding seeks an engineer to apply electrical, electronic and mechanical principles to propulsion system components and prototypes, performing analysis, testing and documentation. The Propulsion and Reactor Engineering Planning Yard Machinery Team supports the major engineered components in the propulsion plants of Ford and Nimitz class aircraft carriers, offering design and vendor support opportunities.

U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Advanced degrees strengthen candidacy for senior roles.
• ABET accreditation is required for Newport News Shipbuilding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Applies electrical, electronic and mechanical principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results.
• Supports design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems.
• Contributes to propulsion plant component engineering for Navy carrier programs.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering (ABET accredited)

Master's Degree in engineering or related field

Ph.D. in engineering or related field

Job description

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, up to 10% of the time

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range:$99,000.00 to$122,000.00

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

Applies electrical, electronic and mechanical principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results; construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components; and quality testing. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems.

The Propulsion and Reactor Engineering Planning Yard Machinery Team is responsible all of the major engineered components in the propulsion plants of the Ford and Nimitz class aircraft carriers. This team supports the operating fleet of both CVN classes, repair and maintenance operations for CVN availabilities at all shipyards, new construction of the Ford class carriers, and design and vendor technical support for new construction material as well as equipment upgrades and replacement via ship alterations on both classes.

Must Have

• 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.

Nice to Have

• Experience supporting Navy/DoD programs, preferably Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, that includes interfacing with NAVSEA and its prime contractors, equipment suppliers, and shipyard trades and engineering
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with end-user support and troubleshooting
• Experience working with suppliers on product development and improvement
• Conceptual design knowledge of one or more of the following propulsion plant components: turbine generators, diesel generators, generator control systems, propulsion turbines, reduction gears, AC plants, biofouling control systems, heat exchangers, pumps, and motor and valve controllers
• Demonstrate basic engineering project management skills (e.g., planning, organizing, monitoring, reporting, and leading meetings and briefings)
• Experience leading a technical project team of 2 to 4 junior engineers
• Ability to apply engineering and critical thinking principles to develop technical solutions for moderate to complex problems while maintaining the design integrity of plant machinery
• Desire to teach and mentor junior engineers by developing formal and informal training in an individual, classroom, and hands‑on setting
• Engineers from all ABET‑accredited disciplines are encouraged to apply

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.

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 [e-mail] 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.