ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 3

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Dec 20, 2025

Req ID: 43741
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, 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.

This position is for structural engineering of future submarines. Technical work of complex applications with the ability to recommend technical direction for work assignments. Work lightly monitored by senior engineers/management for accuracy and completeness. More complex analysis and tool usage demonstration for work to be performed. Candidate’s skill set shall include the ability to create and present presentations to customers with minor guidance and self-preparation. For white papers and reports, candidate will be either a contributor, author or lead, depending on task size. If lead of a task, primary responsibility will be technical oversite of a small team with little written contribution. Appropriate level of technical acumen to verify other engineer’s work. Author formalized calculation packages documenting work performed in a conclusive and succinct manner. Leadership skill development guiding technical work of junior engineers. Finite element analysis software usage includes Femap/NASTRAN and/or Abaqus.

The Role

Analyzes, researches and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling.

Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis. Tools utilized may include CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and a variety of software applications.

The AUKUS SSNA Program is seeking a strong engineer to support the development of the next generation of fast attack submarines. This position will be responsible for working collaboratively with other key stakeholders throughout the SSNA program and will interface with UK’s BAE Systems integrated delivery teams (IDTs) to help design portions of the UK and Australian SSNA nuclear-powered submarine.

The engineer will need to:
· Engage with shipyards, customers and other stakeholders to collect feedback for design incorporation.
· Have flexibility with work assignments and may perform duties outside of traditional discipline work scope.
· Work with multi-discipline teams on incorporation of SSNA design principles
· Solve complex spatial integration issues while meeting system and overall ship requirements
· Be able to effectively communicate with both internal leadership and external customer(s).
· Be prepared to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
· The position will requires individuals who are able to adapt and adjust to support objectives.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master’s Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.

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

Nice to Have

Technical work of complex applications with the ability to recommend technical direction for work assignments
Work lightly monitored by senior engineers/management for accuracy and completeness
More complex analysis and tool usage demonstration for work to be performed
Candidate’s skill set shall include the ability to create and present presentations to customers with minor guidance and self-preparation
For white papers and reports, candidate will be either a contributor, author or lead, depending on task size. If lead of a task, primary responsibility will be technical oversite of a small team with little written contribution.
Appropriate level of technical acumen to verify other engineer’s work. Author formalized calculation packages documenting work performed in a conclusive and succinct manner.
Leadership skills for the development and guiding technical work of junior engineers

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.

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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