ENGINEER PROJECT 5
Huntington Ingalls

Job Info

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Req ID: 39387
Team: E10 SUB ENGRG
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 Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required: Yes- Final Clearance Required to Start

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. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, 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? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

This position will serve as the Ship Design Manager for the Submarine Fleet support program and report directly to the Director of Submarine Engineering. This position will be challenged with leading and representing engineering in waterfront overhaul support. The successful candidate will act independently to perform technical planning and system leadership in multiple engineering disciplines. Responsibilities include the following Technical and Management aspects:

Technical aspects:
• Represents engineering as the lead representative for waterfront construction support by attending Test and Construction meetings, Customer Agenda meetings, Monthly Program Reviews and the SFS Quarterly Program Reviews.
• Acts independently to perform technical planning and system leadership in multiple engineering disciplines.
• Ensures customer functional and technical requirements are reflected in design solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Aids in development of recovery plans
• Leadership and coordination at all levels of construction including: risk management, vendor interface, qualification, fabrication, installation, test, operation and troubleshooting.
• Manages the Departure from Specification (DFS) process and updates weekly metrics to track the DFS progress.
• Oversees the following USS BOISE specific efforts - the Keel Block replacement project, the Additive Manufacturing incentive and the Future State Technical Direction efforts.

Management aspects:
• Serves as organization spokesperson on the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between management and customers, which include but are not limited to planning, construction, test government, Navy and vendors.
• Serves as the focal point for all engineering activities on a program and the key point of contact for internal customers (e.g., VP Programs, program managers).
• Oversees program execution and planning activities, with inputs from project and functional managers, and ensures their timely completion of tasks.
• Reports out on engineering program performance to a variety of internal stakeholders (e.g., VP E&D, VP Programs, and Director Programs).
• Understands the applicable contract requirements and the appropriate work scope (authorized, growth or new work).
• Understands the overall E&D manning plan and individual department's cost and schedule performance.
• Monitors metrics for product cost and product quality.
• Runs internal agenda meetings to maintain status of work to ensure schedule adherence (drawings, IR's, Construction Hold Ups, etc.).

Researches, develops, designs, and/or tests components, equipment, systems, and networks in one or more engineering disciplines. May design equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. Applies engineering principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results; construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components; and quality testing. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 14 years of relevant exempt experience
Master's Degree and 12 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 9 years of experience.

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

Nice to Have

The successful candidate should have:

Engineering and Design experience including but not limited to familiarity with Submarine Fleet Support Planning and Overhaul. Experience in Submarine Fleet Support maintenance operations to include knowledge of but not limited to NAVSEA Standard Items, Naval Ships' Technical Manuals and Maintenance Standards. Knowledge of the UnRestricted Operations - Maintenance Requirements Cards (URO-MRC) requirements for in-service submarines and understanding of the SUBSAFE program. The candidate shall have strong interpersonal skills and is able to build strong relationships across a diverse enterprise of the value stream. The candidate shall have strong project management skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

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.

Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

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.

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