Nuclear Liaison 3 (Engineer Mechanical 3)
Job Location:
Newport News, VA - USA
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Job Summary
Req ID: 46716
Team: E86 NUC PRP-CNS&PRC ENG
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:99000.00 to122000.00
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 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. 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.
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.
Evaluates and resolves engineering related production problems related to manufacturing design quality and material engineering. Analyzes engineering specifications and drawings; confers with quality material manufacturing and subcontractors to provide and obtain technical information; investigates reports of defective damaged or malfunctioning parts assemblies equipment or systems; and reviews production schedules and orders. Examines measures inspects or tests defective parts for conformance. Evaluates findings to formulate corrective actions.
This position supports department E86 Nuclear Propulsion - Construction and Process Engineering. The department has opportunities in new construction for aircraft carriers Virginia Class Submarines Columbia Class submarines and process engineering. This position is for the Nuclear Liaison Engineer who provides hands-on waterfront support manufacturing engineering support and oversight for the construction and final assembly of the Reactor Plant and supporting systems.
A successful candidate will possess analytical/problem solving skills to resolve technical issues which arise during construction. The individual shall have the communication/relational skills to interface and discuss technical issues with technical and non-technical addition the individual will be willing to provide hands-on support on the deck plate.
Typical duties in this role include assisting senior engineers with the following:
1. Provide on-site support for construction/fabrication issues that arise during submarine construction.
2. Mentor and train level 1 and 2 engineers as well as lead teams of personnel with varying backgrounds and experience levels.
3. Problem solving of shop fabrication / deck plate installation problems.
4. Maintain and approve work instructions such as procedures and troubleshooting paperwork.
5. Review interpret and maintain construction drawings for Reactor Plant systems and components (fabrication assembly and installation).
6. Collaborating with peer engineers construction management and craftsmen on a daily basis.
Bachelors Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience;
Masters Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelors Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Programs
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Problem solving critical thinking and technical writing
- Ship check and familiarization with NNS construction processes
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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