MGR ENGINEERING 2

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Newport News Shipbuilding in Newport News, VA is seeking a senior engineering leader to head Platform Power Distribution, Energy Storage and Emergency Power for submarine new design. You will architect AC/DC distribution, power conversion and shore-power interfaces, and mentor a cross-disciplinary team.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program with 6 years of progressive experience, or a Master's with 4+ years. Travel up to 10% may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 6 years progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; or a Master's with 4 years of relevant experience.
• Understanding of naval power generation / distribution standards and shipboard environmental constraints.

Responsibilities

• Lead Platform Power Distribution, Energy Storage and Emergency Power team for submarine new design.
• Architect AC/DC distribution networks and shore-power interfaces.
• Develop and manage technical specifications and energy management architectures.
• Mentor junior engineers and enforce naval engineering standards (e.g., MIL-STD-1399).

Skills

Power systems design

Project management

Technical writing

Mentoring teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

ETAP

Job description

Req ID: 50312 Team: E35 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED CAPABILITIES 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: Yes, up to 10% of the time Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start Salary Range: $142,000.00 to $178,000.00 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

This position is responsible for leading the Platform Power Distribution, Energy Storage and Emergency Power team for submarine new design.

Specific Efforts Include

Architecture and integration of AC/DC distribution networks, power conversion systems, and shore-power interfaces.

Developing and maintaining technical specifications, interface control documents, and energy management architectures.

Coordinate cross-discipline teams to address shock, vibration, EMI/EMC, and thermal management constraints.

Mentor junior engineers and enforce naval engineering standards (e.g., MIL-STD-1399)

Develop and manage schedules, cost estimates, and risk assessments for assigned energy system work packages in alignment with program milestones.

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

• Power Distribution and Protection
• Energy Storage Systems
• Emergency/Auxiliary Power Systems

The Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following

• Understanding of naval power generation / distribution standards and shipboard environmental constraints.
• Experience with power system modeling and simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ETAP, etc.).
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• Strong project management, technical writing, and oral presentation skills
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of electrical and mechanical engineers

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.