ENGINEER MATERIAL PROCESS 4

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia seeks a technical leader to analyze, design, and develop materials for engineering structures and subsystems. The role focuses on blast/paint processes, material specs, and quality standards, with project leadership from concept to funding and completion.

The candidate should have a strong background in materials engineering and experience coordinating across management levels to bring projects to completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required.
• Master's degree with 7 years of relevant exempt experience; Ph.D. with 4 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, researches, designs and develops materials and related fabrication and application processes for engineering design of structures, systems and subsystems.
• Develops material properties and design allowables, processing, and quality specifications.
• Lead high-level projects advancing Blast/Coatings and Special Hull Treatment commodities; manage concept generation, funding, and execution.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited program)

Master's Degree in Engineering

Ph.D. in Engineering

Job description

Req ID: 50437

Team: E33 CTNG TCH&MTLS ENG

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

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: $128,000.00 to $160,000.00

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, researches, designs and develops materials and their related fabrication and application processes to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems. Applies principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop metallic, non-metallic and composite material and processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes. Develops, analyzes and applies material properties and design allowables, processing processes and quality engineering specifications. Material analyses may include failure analysis of components, systems and subsystems, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications. May review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures.

The E33 Technology team is looking for a technical leader to develop and run high level projects that advances both the Blast/Coatings, and Special Hull Treatment commodities at NNS. This role will require concept generation, stakeholder input, project definition, obtaining funding approval, and execution. The candidate is expected to have a strong working knowledge of blast and paint processes from a technical, operational, equipment and facilities stand point. Further this position will require proactiveness with scouting for technologies, actively working with vendors, and all levels of management through the company to develop and bring projects to completion.

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

Nice to Have

• Strong working knowledge of all AMPP standards and guides.
• Working knowledge of critical coated records.
• AMPP certifications (C1, CIP-1, CIP-2 etc.).
• Proficient with blast and paint processes.
• Ability to work with all levels of management on a regular basis.
• Self‑motivated individual, that can efficiently execute on high visibility projects.
• Familiarity with Special Hull Treatment drawings, process, manufacturing and installation equipment.
• Highly proficient in technical writing with strong communication skills.

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.