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Engineer Lead Test 2 29612

HII


Job Location:

Newport News, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 67831 - 69784
Posted: 10 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 7 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Requisition Number:29612

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$67831.00-$69784.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Mid

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS).Mission Technologies Global Security (GS) group comprises live virtual constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers HII designs develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness HII understands that preparation requires full coordinationnot readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systemsfrom small watercraft to submarines surface combatants and aircraft carriersHII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energys national security mission through the management and operation of its sites as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership Mindset at HII Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework we define how every employee grows leads and contributesregardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

  • Know & Grow Your People Commit to learning and supporting team success.
  • Build Relationships Communicate openly collaborate well and build trust.
  • Take Ownership Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
  • Customer First Focus on the mission and those we serve.
  • Shape the Future Bring ideas curiosity and continuous improvement.
  • Act with Urgency Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description
At HII we support and strengthen U.S. Navy readiness every day. Mission Technologies a division of HII is excited to offer an opportunity to join our growing team. We are seeking a Lead Test Engineer for the A4W Nimitz Class RCOH this role you will support task execution by applying Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM) and Tag-out Users Manual (TUM) requirements to system maintenance and testing during a depot-level maintenance period. You will work within the E84 SEP Test Engineering department throughout a nuclear ships maintenance cycle. This position is based at Newport News Shipyard in Newport News VA.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Translates customer contractual requirements into effective system test strategies that account for technical scheduling and cost considerations.
Develops and oversees the creation and execution of detailed test plans procedures and schedules for system completion.
Coordinates all integrated testing efforts across relevant teams and systems.
Reviews and assesses test requirements to ensure the test program is complete and comprehensive.
Conducts technical analysis of full systems and prepares thorough system-level evaluations and reports.
Minimum Qualifications
  • 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
  • Candidates must have demonstrated experience with Navy Work Authorization Forms (WAFs) and tag-out processes utilizing the electronic Shift Operating Management System (eSOMS) or E-Tagout.
  • Candidates must be capable of working effectively in a shipboard environment.
  • An active Secret security clearance is *required*.
  • Must have prior experience in Navy nuclear operations or nuclear-related systems is essential.
  • Candidates must be U.S. Citizen.
Preferred Requirements
  • Fundamentals of engineering license is preferred.
  • Experience in coordinating multi-trade projects is a plus.
  • Experience in applying the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM)/Tag-out Users Manual (TUM) requirements to systems maintenance and testing in a depot level maintenance period is preferred.
  • Prior Nuclear Navy or Shipyard experience is desired.
Physical Requirements
Office industrial or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving of materials not to exceed the guidelines set for one man lift.


The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the roles location expectations and responsibilities. When extending an offer HIIs Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include but are not limited to the roles function and a candidates education or training work experience and key skills.

Meet HIIs Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR AI and Big Data cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies click here for a short video:

HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. Our 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.

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.

Do You Need Assistance
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Required Experience:

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