ENGINEER INDUSTRIAL 4

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII, is seeking an experienced manufacturing engineering professional. The role focuses on analyzing and designing sequences of operations and workflows to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities.

It requires an engineering degree from an ABET‑accredited program and substantial relevant exempt experience. The position emphasizes cost control studies, facility planning, and ensuring optimal utilization of facilities and personnel.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required for Newport News Shipbuilding positions.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering or production optimization is a plus.
• U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and workflow to improve production efficiency.
• Establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel.
• Conducts studies on cost control, inventory management, and production records to implement improvements.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Master’s Degree

Ph.D.

Job description

Req ID: 50671

Team: X50 MFG ENGINEERING

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

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: No

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $111,000.00 to $139,000.00

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

Analyzes and designs sequence of operations and work flow to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities and equipment layouts; and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel. May establish or assist in establishing accident prevention measures and may manage training programs for personnel concerning all phases of production operations. Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems. On the basis of these studies, develops and implements plans and programs for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods. May assist facilities engineers in the planning and design of facilities.

Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience;
• Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience;
• Ph.D. and 4 years of experience.

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

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 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.