Engineer Mechanical 2 Advanced Submarine Design

Newport News, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Req ID: 43866
Team: E35 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED CAPABILITIES
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 up to 10% of the time

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25000 employees including third- fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. Were 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

Researches plans designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments controls robots engines machines and mechanical thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production transmission measurement and use of energy. Applies research to the planning design development and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems instruments controls engines and/or machines.

The SSN(X) Platform Mechanical team is seeking creative motivated and technically strong engineers to join our diverse dynamic and dedicated team of engineers. As a member of our team youll have the once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape critical functions and novel capabilities for the Navys next generation fast attack submarine.

The mechanical team is responsible for the concept design development and execution of complex mechanical systems across the non-propulsion areas of the submarine including payload launch and recovery control surfaces HVAC chill water masts and many others. You will team with the Navy and industry to develop these systems molding what will become the worlds most advanced and capable submarine.

Job Responsibilities:

Provide technical support for key mechanical systems on the submarine
Develop and mature innovative new design concepts considering functional requirements future technologies operational needs construction and lessons from legacy systems
Develop and review technical calculations reports presentations and other products
Coordinate with Navy counterparts and conduct periodic briefs to the Navy and working groups
Travel periodically to naval bases/facilities vendors conferences or other NNS facilities

Must Have

Bachelors Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;
Masters Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience

Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelors Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

The incumbent will possess the following:

A technical background with a knowledge of the engineering and design process related to mechanical systems from the concept stage through production and installation
Be innovative helping to develop and inspire creative solutions to challenging design goals
Strong communication skills both written and verbal to support the presentation of technical reports and briefs to the Navy and coordinating with vendors and industry partners

Preferred Qualifications:

An understanding of how mechanical systems interface with structures electrical and other mechanical systems
An understanding of an array of mechanical products such as hydraulic and electric actuators linkages pumps and valves HVAC systems structural weldments mechanical joints and others
Experience in traditional and computer-based methodologies for the design and analysis of components
The ability to work in and help foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture within a diverse set of team members and stakeholders
Exhibit a strong desire for continuous learning and development in a dynamic environment
Operational experience on commissioned or under construction Navy vessels is a plus

Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. HIIs 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 Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll 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 - its 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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Req ID: 43866Team: E35 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED CAPABILITIESEntity: Newport News ShipbuildingUS Citizenship Required for this Position:YesFull-TimeShift: 1stRelocation: Relocation assistance will be availableVirtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for teleworkTravel Requirement:Yes u...