ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 4

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Newport News Shipbuilding is seeking an Engineer Structural 4 to join our O48 Crane Engr&QLTY team in Newport News, Virginia. The role focuses on analyzing and developing structural specifications for naval construction, with responsibilities spanning design reviews, field supervision, and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates hold ABET-accredited engineering degrees with substantial experience in civil/structural engineering, and the position offers a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 9 years of relevant exempt experience.
• Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience.
• Ph.D. and 4 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, research and develop structural engineering specifications for materials and structures.
• Review drawings, supervise construction projects, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and local authorities to complete projects on time and within budget.

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 4

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Oct 26, 2026

Req ID: 50413

Team: O48 CRANE ENGR&QLTY

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: No

Clearance Required: No – Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $124,000.00 to $153,000.00

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 and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis. Tools utilized may include CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and a variety of software applications.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong understanding of civil engineering principles, excellent analytical skills, the ability to work with a team or professionals from different disciplines, and field experience on construction sites working as an owner representative or for a general contractor. This position will support facilities in the new construction project management team. This position manages the design and construction of structural and civil work/systems associated with utility infrastructure, building and other industrial construction projects. Responsibilities may include reviewing drawings, supervising construction projects, and ensuring compliance with legal and environmental regulations. Supervising the detailed design, budgetary costing, standardized construction, and final inspection of facility projects. This position would coordinate with consultants, contractors, and local enforcement agencies to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

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.

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.