ENGINEERING MANAGER 2 - SUBMARINE COMPONENTS

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Aug 19, 2024

Req ID: 38736

Team: E11 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED PROPULSION

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available

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

The SSN(X) Platform Components team is looking for a strong team leader to support the development of the next generation fast attack submarine. This is a unique opportunity to get involved at the beginning of a new design and have influence over what will become the Navy's premier attack submarine platform.

The platform components team is responsible for the concept design, development, and execution of platform component design including AC Plants, Electric Actuation, Pumps/Motors, Air Compressors, and others supporting machinery systems. The candidate will be responsible for the technical oversight and leadership of a team developing submarine machinery components, with the supplier base.

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a team leader. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills and have a proven track record of successfully guiding and motivating teams towards achieving collective goals. A strong technical background is crucial to be able to apply technical experience, work across the technical disciplines, and to develop your team and ensure first time quality with technical deliverables.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; Master's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience.

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

Nice to Have

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

• Knowledge of submarine machinery and how it interfaces with electrical, fluid, and other distributed systems.

• Understanding of an array of mechanical products, including pumps, motors, hydraulic or electric actuators, valves, etc.

• Experience in traditional and digital based methodologies for the design and analysis of components.

• Experience working with suppliers and managing the execution of sub-contracted design and material procurement. Supply Chain experience is a plus.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal to support the development and presentation of technical reports and briefs to NNS leadership and NAVSEA.

• 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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