ENGINEER SYSTEMS 2 - ADVANCED SUBMARINE PLATFORM COMPONENTS
Huntington Ingalls

Job Info

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Req ID: 39062
Team: E11 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED PROPULSION
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available

Travel Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not 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

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

The SSN(X) Platform Components team is looking for a technically strong and motivated engineer with shipbuilding experience and a good understanding in ship systems to support the development of the next generation fast attack submarine. This is an exciting, once in a generation opportunity to get in at the beginning of an innovative and novel submarine design. You will join a diverse multidisciplinary team of engineers coordinating with the Navy and industry to influence the critical functions and capabilities of what will become the world's most advanced and capable submarine.

The platform components team is responsible for supporting the concept design and development of shipboard components including those within platform mechanical system systems such as chill water, variable ballast, hydraulics and high pressure air. The candidate will be expected to act as a technical lead supporting the components and distributed system teams and coordination among disciplines. In this role they will be responsible for supporting system research and development, developing and understanding system requirements, researching and coordinating with vendors, cooperating with Navy counterparts, producing technical reports and supporting periodic briefs to the Navy.

The ideal candidate may have a systems, mechanical, test, electrical or other related engineering background, but will have a good background of working within ship systems, technical experience, a knowledge of NNS sourcing and a history of working with vendors and the Navy. They will be able to work well across disciplines and be innovative, developing creative solutions to challenging design goals. They will have strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

The position will require periodic travel to vendors, naval bases and facilities, ship visits, other NNS facilities or conferences.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master's Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience

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

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of submarine mechanical systems and have a good understanding of the different disciplines.
• Understanding of an array of platform components such as pumps and valves, the high pressure air compressor and air conditioning unit.
• Experience in traditional and computer based methodologies for the design and analysis of components.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal to support the development and presentation of technical reports, briefs to NNS leadership and NAVSEA, and coordinating with vendors and industry partners.
•Operational experience on commissioned or under construction Navy vessels is a plus.

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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