DIR PROGRAMS 2

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Feb 26, 2025

Req ID: 41109
Team: K07 OHIO REPL PGM OFC
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 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

This position directs all phases of the COLUMBIA construction, test, certification and delivery of modules to Electric Boat Corporation. For the COLUMBIA Class, NNS is a subcontractor to the Prime Contractor, Electric Boat Corporation. Further, this position is responsible for all aspects of Fixture Based Manufacturing of submarine pressure hull assemblies in NNS’ Segmented Assembly Machines and associated tools / facilities. This position will provide solid leadership in a changing culture and fast paced environment.

Main responsibilities include:

Cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs.
Participating in the negotiation of contracts and contract changes.
Coordinating the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract.
Acting as the primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer(s) to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Establishing design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test while expanding the product line.
Establishing milestones and monitoring adherence to master plans and schedules, identifying program problems and obtaining solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.
Directing the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.
Total program value of $2.75B for current Build I contract covering design services and construction of modules for both SSBN826 and SSBN827.
Developing, sustaining and maintaining executive-level business relationships with Electric Boat Corporation, the Naval Sea Systems Command and Naval Reactors leading to continuous production of COLUMBIA Class Ships that will follow the first two ships through completion of the class. These relationships will necessarily support successful preparation for; and, negotiation of, the Build II contract.
Sustaining and maintaining continuous production of both VIRGINIA and COLUMBIA modules in-fixture, including the resolution of production conflicts to best effect for both programs.
Sustaining and maintaining an Executive presence with local, state and congressional officials positively representing NNS and its consequence to the National Defense Infrastructure including workforce and workforce development matters.
Supporting NNS objectives in preparing for and successfully prosecuting a major role in the design, construction, testing, certification and delivery of “SSN(X)”.

Must Have

Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline plus a minimum of 10 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience OR a Master's degree in a relevant discipline and 8 years of relevant work experience.

Nice to Have

Prior experience at the Engineering Director level, preferably in waterfront engineering operations.
Program Management experience at the major program level, preferably in (or with) a submarine or submarine-related program.
Ability to regularly travel, with flexibility to do so on short notice; and,
Experience leading difficult, controversial and/or sensitive Company-level matters to successful conclusion thus demonstrating Director-level competencies.

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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