MGR ENGINEERING 3

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. Newport News Shipbuilding seeks an engineering leader to direct PLM administration for NX/Teamcenter and related tools.

You will lead a cross functional team focused on delivering high‑quality solutions for aircraft carrier and submarine programs, while safeguarding safety and driving continuous improvement. You should bring a bachelor's in engineering (ABET), 8+ years in research, engineering and design, plus experience with EVMS, Teamcenter, NX and SAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET accredited program.
• 8 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design.
• Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience; PhD with 4 years.
• Experience with Teamcenter, NX and SAP in engineering contexts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross functional team responsible for engineering administration of PLM and related tools.
• Coordinate with value stream including IT, planning, production control and trades.
• Ensure personnel safety, labor resource management and cost estimates.
• Manage earned value management system and monthly contractual progress.
• Generate metrics, conduct quarterly audits, and develop procedures.
• Oversee cost, quality and schedule performance and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Naval systems knowledge

Team leadership

Engineering experience

EVMS knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET accredited)

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering or related field

Tools

Teamcenter

Siemens NX

SAP

Job description

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Req ID: 50439
Team: E79 CVN 21 DESIGN
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:$169,000.00 to$212,000.00

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. Want to be part of the team?

The Role

Come join our Engineering, Technology & Design (ET&D) at NNS as a leader building the nation's nuclear fleet! This Manager Engineering 3 position leads a cross functional team that is responsible for engineering administration of the Product Lifecycle Management suite and related software tools used in the design, construction, and sustainment of aircraft carriers and submarines. It consists of 4 main areas:

• The Product Model Component Part Catalog including Additive Manufacturing part modeling
• Engineering Software Development and Engineering Database Management, KPx tool suite, Teamcenter User Administrator and Attribute Reporting
• Teamcenter Configuration Management and Teamcenter Change Management for CVN, CLB and VCS
• PLM Support including Triage and Testing for NX and Teamcenter

The manager is first and foremost responsible for building and leading an engaged team with a strong customer service mindset. This role focuses on technical excellence and delivery of high‑quality solutions to enable a wide variety of internal and external customers. Responsibilities include personnel safety, labor resource management, cost estimates and departmental budgets, earned value management system, monthly contractual progressing, metric generation, quarterly auditing, procedure development and maintenance, team engagement and oversight of cost, quality and schedule performance. The manager must understand the specific technical requirements of each task and coordinate with the entire value stream (engineering, IT, software suppliers, planning, program office, production control, manufacturing trades, and ship construction trades). The manager is responsible for driving continuous improvement across all product lines.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; Master's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience; PhD and 4 years of relevant experience.

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

Nice to Have

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of naval ship systems and integration.
• Familiarity with applicable standards.
• Familiarity with integrated product development tools (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter, Siemens NX, SAP)

Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage performance, and develop talent.

Communication: Excellent written and oral communication; ability to convey complex technical concepts to non‑technical audiences.

Problem Solving: Proven analytical and decision‑making skills; experience with risk management and root‑cause analysis.

Core Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills
• Technical expertise and judgment
• Strategic planning, prioritization and execution
• Team development and mentorship
• Safety and security compliance
• Stakeholder engagement
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Strong knowledge of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

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?
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Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.